Request for Quotation, Document s (PDF – 438KB) Quotation submission: All quotations must be submitted via email only to:
GuatemalaBids@state.gov Deadline to receive offers: Quotations are due June 3, 2019 by COB (5:00 PM). For more information, contact: Lorena Galdamez (502) 2326-4601
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 May, 2019 | Topics:
Contract Opportunities
Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative – YLAI fellows Ana María Vásquez and Víctor Juárez in collaboration with Rafael Landívar University, Meridian, and ProjectWow, organized a conference with business experts from Google, ImpactJunkie, and LaunchBoom to connect Guatemalan entrepreneurs and generate new alliances. In his speech, Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga urged attendees to take advantage ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 May, 2019 | Topics:
Events
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the Annual Conference of the Overseas Security Advisory Council OSAC to address the region’s security challenges. This conference brings together security experts from this Embassy with AmCham Guatemala members and public / private sector professionals to discuss common challenges in the Northern Triangle and Belize. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga offered a reception to celebrate new grants from the 100K Strong Innovation Fund in the Americas. Thanks to Cementos Progreso, university projects will be developed in engineering, natural resources, environment, adaptation to climate change, ecotourism, and others. Alliances such as the Innovation Fund with Guatemalan companies are vital to increase connectivity ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Seven sea Land Modified Containers (PDF – 1148KB) Quotation submission: All quotations must be submitted via email only to:
GuatemalaBids@state.gov Deadline to receive offers: Quotations are due May 29, 2019 by COB (5:00 PM). For more information, contact: Ana Alonzo (502) 2326-4457
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 May, 2019 | Topics:
Contract Opportunities
6 de abril 2019 Señora Representante de la Junta Directiva de la Facultad de Humanidades, Licenciada Maria Elvira Orozco de García; Jefe de la Sección de Idiomas, Licenciado Francisco Puac; Señores presentadores y docentes del sexto Teacher Training Sessions de la Ciudad de Guatemala, Buenos días. What a great pleasure to be here with so ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 May, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Speeches
Kimberly Breier Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs Washington, DC April 26, 2019 Thank you, Eric, and thank you to the Council for hosting me today. It’s a great honor for me to be here and to give these first remarks as Eric noted. This is a conversation that could not be more timely. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 May, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases, Speeches
| Tags: Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Kimberly Breier
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO May 3, 21019 On World Press Freedom Day, we reaffirm our commitment to protecting safety and freedom for members of the press. A free and independent media is indispensable to a vibrant, functioning democracy. Despite some progress, journalists around the world continue to be ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 May, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Secretary Pompeo
Office of the Press Secretary May 1, 2019 “The people of Venezuela are standing for freedom and democracy, and the United States of America is standing right by their side.” – President Donald J. Trump RESTORING DEMOCRACY AND PROSPERITY: President Donald J. Trump supports Interim President Guaido and the Venezuelan people in their fight for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 May, 2019 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
Office of the Spokesperson U.S. Department of State Today, the United States sanctioned two officials aligned with the former Maduro regime pursuant to Executive Order 13962, which allows for the designation of any person determined to be a current or former official of the Government of Venezuela. Jorge Alberto Arreaza Montserrat was the Minister of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 April, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with President Morales and the First Lady in a visit to the first Intermediate House of the New Correctional Model for Youth in San José Pinula, implemented by the Secretary of Social Welfare of the Presidency. The Intermediate House is the first its kind in Central America that represents a New ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 April, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and members of the private sector learned about the discussions held by the Commissioner of Pronacom, Víctor Asturias, with the indigenous authorities of the highlands where they presented their concerns and proposals to improve the scope of the Alliance for Prosperity Plan. He also urged representatives of the private sector to collaborate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 April, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (March 29, 2019) Location: Huehuetenango and San Marcos Departments Event: As a precaution, official approval is required for Embassy personnel to travel to the Huehuetenango and San Marcos Departments due to on-going security concerns. Embassy operations are normal. Actions to Take: Review your personal security ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 April, 2019 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Network empowers Guatemalan entrepreneurs to develop the skills necessary for their companies to grow and strengthen their communities. Through this tool, the US government offers training and contacts to transform their societies. We invite Guatemalan entrepreneurs to join the YLAI Network. Belonging to this Network allows people ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 March, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events
Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC March 20, 2019 On Tuesday, March 19, U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs, Kimberly Breier, celebrated the fifth-year milestone of the
100,000 Strong in the Americas Innovation Fund , the Department of State’s signature education initiative that links U.S. universities with higher-education institutions in the Western Hemisphere. At the event, Assistant Secretary Breier ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 March, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges
We need Guatemala to gather more entrepreneurs than El Salvador and Honduras to be part of the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative network – YLAI. The goal is to register the largest number of Guatemalan entrepreneurs in the following link:
https://ylai.state.gov/network/ We invite you to participate in the launch of this event in which we ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events
We are committed to raising awareness and educating Guatemalans about the realities of Illegal Migration. We work to offer young people reasons to make their talent a part of the prosperity of Guatemala and not to risk their lives on a dangerous journey. “Raíces Chapinas: Mi Tierra, Mis Sueños” is a program by Glasswing International, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events
American artists Jamie Ousley & Florida International University Jazz Faculty Band accompanied by Rosse Aguilar Barrascout, Guatemalan saxophonist, participated in the 19th IGA Jazz Festival. As part of our support for cultural activities, the Public Affairs Section organized visits by the American artists who, in addition to participating in public events such as this festival, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 March, 2019 | Topics:
Events
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge visited Del Monte Fresh Produce facilities in the department of Izabal, where he learned about the banana planting process and the operation of this company, which is key in creating more and better job opportunities. During his visit to Del Monte, the Deputy Chief of Mission learned about the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 March, 2019 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
U.S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (March 15, 2019) Location: Quetzaltenango Event: Town Hall Meeting and Passport Renewal Services The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting and will accept passport renewal applications in Quetzaltenango on March 27 and 28. Please schedule an appointment if you wish to submit an application for a passport ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 March, 2019 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Town Hall Meeting
Attempted to enter Meskwaki Casino using fraudulent identification Tuesday, March 12, 2019 A man who illegally returned to the United States after being deported was sentenced today to almost four months in federal prison. Victor Morales-Suar, age 42, a citizen of Guatemala illegally present in the United States and residing in Marshalltown, Iowa, received the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 March, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
The purpose of the FNSIP is to offer foreign national students accepted into the program the unique opportunity of experiencing a foreign affairs work environment. It is designed for students who are non-U.S. citizens seeking internships with U.S. Embassies outside the U.S. This program benefits both the U.S. Embassy and students by providing the non-U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 March, 2019 | Topics:
Job Opportunities, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Rear Admiral Peter Gautier of the U.S. Coast Guard Pacific Northwest met with representatives of the Guatemalan Army to discuss the benefits of a safe and prosperous maritime environment and the commitment of US support to the Guatemalan Navy for its continuous development. International collaboration plays an important role in anti-narcotics ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
More than 500 students from the departments of Huehuetenango, Quetzaltenango, Chichicastenango, Sololá, Cobán, Chiquimula, and Guatemala started classes in the Department of State-sponsored English Micro-scholarship Access and SEAL program, with which they will acquire tools to strengthen their capacities and increase their skills to create prosperity. The parents of the students participated in the inauguration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 March, 2019 | Topics:
Education, Events
In commemoration of International Women’s Day, Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the forum “Dynamic Leaders Closing Gaps” that celebrates advances and contributions from the U.S. and its development partners in favor of women and their efforts for a more inclusive society with prosperity, security and good governance in Guatemala. “The efforts have been positive, but ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO March 8, 2019 The United States is proud to observe International Women’s Day, March 8. We extend our gratitude to the diverse women and girls around the globe who have made vast contributions in lifting up those facing challenges and hardship and put their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: International Women's Dat
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson March 6, 2019 Today, the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs (ECA) launched the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE), a new initiative supporting women entrepreneurs around the world. The Academy, in support of the White House-led Women’s Global Development and Prosperity Initiative, will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 March, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Women Entrepreneurs
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the School of Government, where he spoke to the graduate students in Public Management and Leadership about the importance of a professional and ethical civil service.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Since his arrival in Guatemala in October 2017, Ambassador Luis Arreaga decided to take time out of his diplomatic agenda to meet distinguished Guatemalans, who are making positive changes in their communities and throughout the country. To commemorate Women’s History Month in the U.S., Ambassador Arreaga spoke with Wendy Miranda, an electronics engineer with a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY ROBERT PALLADINO, DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON March 1, 2019 The United States Revokes U.S. Entry of Maduro-Aligned Individuals and Family As Special Representative for Venezuela Elliott Abrams announced earlier today, the United States has imposed visa restrictions on individuals responsible for undermining Venezuela’s democracy. We are applying ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 March, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Western Hemisphere
Ambassador Luis Arreaga recently delivered the official diplomas of the Zero Robotics tournament created by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), NASA – National Aeronautics and Space Administration and European Space Agency, to several of the young Guatemalans who participated in the competition, along with the coordinator of the program, former Hubert Humphrey, Wendy Miranda. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 March, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
U.S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (March 1, 2019) Location: Guatemala Event: U.S. citizen adult passport renewals by mail The U.S. Embassy is pleased to announce a new program that will allow qualified adult U.S. citizens to renew their passports through courier service, eliminating the need to visit the U.S. Embassy. The program begins March ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 March, 2019 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
| Tags: U.S. citizen adult passport renewals by mail
U.S Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC February 25, 2019 Today, Vice President Pence announced that the United States is providing nearly $56 million in additional humanitarian assistance to support the regional response for the nearly 3.4 million Venezuelans who have fled Venezuela due to the political and economic crisis caused by ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 February, 2019 | Topics:
Key Officials, News, Press Releases, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Westerm Hemisphere
Statement by Secretary Pompeo Office of the Spokesperson On February 24, the Cuban communist regime held what it called a “national referendum” on revisions to its constitution. No one should be fooled by this exercise, which achieves little beyond perpetuating the pretext for regime’s one-party dictatorship. The entire process has been marked by carefully managed political theater and repression of public ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 February, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
Vice President Michael R. Pence Formal Remarks to the Lima Group Palacio de San Carlos – Bogota, Colombia – February 25, 2019 President Duque, President Varela, President Morales, and especially President Guaido of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela – Vice President Mourao, your Excellencies – it’s an honor to address the nations gathered here at this momentous hour for the people of Venezuela and for the progress of freedom in this hemisphere. I bring ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 February, 2019 | Topics:
Speeches, Vice President of the United States
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson February 25, 2019 Today, the United States took action against four governors aligned with the illegitimate Maduro regime who prevented desperately needed international humanitarian assistance from entering Venezuela and/or engaged in corruption to the detriment of the Venezuelan people, in some cases involving human rights violations. Sanctions ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Treasury and State statements on sanctions on Venezuelan border governors
On February 20, 2019, Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen and Northern Triangle security ministers in San Salvador, El Salvador formalized the development of a “regional compact” and action plan aimed at addressing the ongoing humanitarian and security crisis of irregular migration and the formation of migrant caravans. By pairing new initiatives with existing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 February, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
| Tags: Secretary of Homeland Security
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release February 23, 2019 Statement by Secretary Pompeo Let Humanitarian Aid Into Venezuela Today has been a historic day. Interim President Juan Guaido, the National Assembly and the people of Venezuela have been an inspiration to the world. Hundreds of thousands of volunteers turned out ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 February, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga welcomed Congress representatives Thomas Carper, Jeff Merkley, Lou Correa, Don Beyer, Lisa Blunt Rochester, and Donald Norcross on their visit to Guatemala. The delegation visited the country to discuss the relationship between both nations and how to create more prosperity, citizen security, and good governance for all Guatemalans. They met with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, February 18, to commemorate Presidents’ Day. The Embassy will reopen for business on Tuesday, February 19.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 February, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
As part of Black History Month, Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga had the opportunity to meet and talk with the Garífuna singer-songwriter Said Palacios, who tells him about his musical career, the obstacles he has faced, and the pride of his Garífuna identity.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Statement by Robert Palladino, Deputy Spokesperson U.S. Department of State The United States is deeply concerned about the proposed amendment to the national reconciliation law in Guatemala. The amendment would grant broad amnesty for perpetrators of serious human rights violations and abuses as well as for convicted criminals. The trials held in Guatemala for crimes ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 February, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office of Public Affairs For Immediate Release February 5, 2019 Secretary Nielsen Statement on New Migrant ‘Caravan’ WASHINGTON – Today, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen M. Nielsen released the following statement on the new migrant ‘caravan’ that arrived at the Southern Border of the United States: “Approximately 2,000 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 February, 2019 | Topics:
Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY ROBERT PALLADINO, DEPUTY SPOKESPERSON February 4, 2019 The United States congratulates Nayib Bukele on his election as the next president of the Republic of El Salvador. We salute the Salvadoran people for their commitment to democracy and their participation in a successful election. The United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Deputy Spokesperson, Statement by Robert Palladino
Ambassador Arreaga met with a group of young professionals from Guatemala to discuss the elections, the importance of voting, and to know their hopes for the future of the country. “The U.S. strongly supports free, reliable, fair, and peaceful elections in Guatemala. I urge everyone to exercise their right to vote.”
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
During his trip to Huehuetenango, Ambassador Luis Arreaga met Marvin Cardona, an agronomist and entrepreneur from Aguacatán, who three years ago tried to illegally migrate to the United States, but was deported from Mexico before reaching the border. Since his return, Marvin began working with the MIPFuturo project, implemented by Agropecuaria Popoyán with the support ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Guatemalan Wendy Miranda, former Humphrey Scholar, had the opportunity to be a visiting scientist and mentor of students at the Space Systems Laboratory of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), working on NASA’s SPHERES project with satellites operated by the Station International Space. Wendy’s participation in this project gave her the opportunity to acquire an ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2019 | Topics:
Events
January 31, 2019 Location: Guatemala City Event: There are reports of a large teachers protest beginning today, January 31, 2019, at 8:00 a.m. in Guatemala City with estimates as high as 20,000 demonstrators participating. The march is expected to begin at the Plaza Obelisco. It will proceed down Reforma Avenue and pass the Embassy before stopping at ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 January, 2019 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 29, 2019 President Donald J. Trump Supports The Venezuelan People’s Efforts To Restore Democracy In Their Country “The people of Venezuela have courageously spoken out against Maduro and his regime and demanded freedom and the rule of law.” – President Donald J. Trump RECOGNIZING THE LEGITIMATE ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 January, 2019 | Topics:
President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs
REF# 2019-3 January 27, 2018 The United States Embassy in Guatemala has resumed full operations effective today, January 28, 2019. ###
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 January, 2019 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release January 24, 2019 Remarks Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo At the Organization of American States Washington, D.C. SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you very much. The United States is a friend of Venezuela and of the Venezuelan people. We have watched ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 January, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson STATEMENT BY SECRETARY POMPEO January 23, 2019 The United States stands with interim President Juan Guaido, the democratically elected National Assembly, and the people of Venezuela as they peacefully restore constitutional order to their country. We stand ready to support interim President Guaido as he establishes a transitional ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 January, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
Office of the Press Secretary January 23, 2019 Statement from President Donald J. Trump Recognizing Venezuelan National Assembly President Juan Guaido as the Interim President of Venezuela Today, I am officially recognizing the President of the Venezuelan National Assembly, Juan Guaido, as the Interim President of Venezuela. In its role as the only legitimate branch ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 January, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (January 21, 2019) Location: Guatemala City Event: An explosion occurred on a bus today in 9thAve. and 8th Street in Zone 7, Guatemala City. There are reports of multiple injuries. Guatemalan police are investigating the incident and
indicate it was an attack related to extortion. So far, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 January, 2019 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
REF#: 2019-02 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, January 21, to commemorated Martin Luther King, Jr. Due to the current lapse in U.S. government appropriations the embassy will resume limited operations on Tuesday, January 22. For a description of services available during limited operations, please see press release
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 January, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
January 11, 2019 Location: Guatemala Event: Various organizations announced today, January 11, that demonstrations and roadblocks will occur throughout Guatemala over the coming days. Expect heavy traffic and blocked roads throughout Guatemala City and in other areas in the country resulting in multiple hour delays. We do not have specific information relating to start or ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 January, 2019 | Topics:
Alert, Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary POMPEO January 10, 2019 The United States condemns Maduro’s illegitimate usurpation of power today following the unfree and unfair elections he imposed on the Venezuelan people on May 20, 2018. The United States remains steadfast in its support of the Venezuelan people and will continue to use ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 January, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
REF# 2019–01 The United States is concerned about the future of anti-corruption efforts in Guatemala. Rule of law, reduced corruption, and an end to impunity are key to security, stability, and prosperity, not only in Guatemala, but throughout the region. The U.S. government remains committed to supporting Guatemalan institutions and the Guatemalan people in their ongoing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 January, 2019 | Topics:
Press Releases
REF#: 2018-64 Due to a lapse in U.S. government appropriations, from Wednesday, December 26, Embassy offices will operate in a limited manner until further notice. However, the Consular section will be open to the public and will continue its visa services as well as its in-person services to U.S. citizens. Likewise, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 December, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga’s end-of-year message.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Guatemala City Mayor Ricardo Quiñónez and Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge visited the construction site of the U.S. New Embassy Compound (NEC) in zone 16, to see progress since construction began on April 4. In these 8 months, the NEC Project has contributed $12.7 million to date in the local economy and 450 Guatemalan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Events
REF# 2018-63 Guatemala City Mayor Ricardo Quiñónez and Charge D’Affaires David Hodge visited the construction site of the U.S. New Embassy Compound (NEC) in zone 16, to see progress since construction began on April 4. In these 8 months, the NEC Project has contributed $12.7 million to date in the local economy and 450 Guatemalan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 December, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Press Releases
Statement by Secretary Pompeo U.S. Department of State Today the United States Government announced historic action to confront the illegal immigration crisis facing the United States. We notified the Government of Mexico that the United States is invoking Section 235(b)(2)(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. We will begin implementation immediately. Individuals arriving in the United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 December, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Office of the Spokesperson U.S. Department of State The United States, in partnership with the government of Mexico, is committed to promoting a safer and more prosperous Central America by enhancing security, governance, and economic prosperity that can create greater opportunities and benefits for the people of the region and help us jointly address the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the meeting of the Consultative Group of the Alliance for Prosperity Plan convened by Commissioner Asturias of Pronacom, which brought together representatives of the Government of Guatemala, the private sector, civil society, and the international community. During his participation, the Ambassador highlighted the pillars on which the US Strategy focuses: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson December 11, 2018 Loy Henderson Auditorium Washington, D.C. DEPUTY SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Thank you very much. Good morning, everyone. Thank you, Nathan, for that kind introduction. It’s my pleasure to welcome you all – esteemed ministers, colleagues, and guests – to this important discussion on counterterrorism in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, Political Affairs, Speeches
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge participated in the closing event of the 2nd. generation of the WEAmericas Accelerator program in Antigua Guatemala, which promotes the growth potential of Central American entrepreneur companies. The U.S. State Department invests US $ 2.2 million in WeAmericas through the Office of Western Hemisphere Affairs, benefiting entrepreneurs from Guatemala, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 December, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Pompeo December 10, 2018 Seventy years ago, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Emerging from a world war that shocked humanity with its cruelty, the sovereign nations of the world united to specify those rights that are inherent to all ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
Ambassador Arreaga and Mayor Quiñónez met to reaffirm the cooperative relationship between the Municipality of Guatemala and U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) with the launching of the Prosperous Neighborhood program and the signing of a letter of understanding between both institutions. This program will focus on strengthening communities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
The Arts Envoy program of the U.S. Department of State with the support from U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) in Guatemala and the Municipality of Villa Nueva, organized 7 days of multidisciplinary workshops “Next Level” in dance, graffiti, DJ, and Rap with young people from marginal areas of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 December, 2018 | Topics:
Events
Statement by Secretary Pompeo December 7, 2018 Corruption facilitates transnational crime, fuels terrorism, obstructs economic growth and development, weakens the rule of law, and undermines democracy. Ultimately, it endangers our national security. That is why, as we look ahead to International Anticorruption Day on December 9, we pledge to continue working with our partners to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, U.S. Secretary of State
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and US Major General Mark H. Berry, together with authorities of the Guatemalan Army, visited the Medical Readiness Training Exercise that both countries are carrying out in the department of Retalhuleu. The Arkansas National Guard together with the Army and Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare of Guatemala provided primary care ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
In the framework of the 55th anniversary of Peace Corps in Guatemala, Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the swearing-in ceremony of 40 new volunteers. They join the more than 5,000 Americans who have served in Guatemala since 1963 to contribute to the country’s development. The core values of Peace Corps lie in the U.S. spirit ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 December, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
REF# 2018-57 December 4, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Wednesday, December 5, 2018 in remembrance of former U.S. President George H.W. Bush. Visa appointments for this day have been rescheduled. For additional instructions about rescheduling a visa appointment, please check your email or contact the consular services helpline ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 December, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
We are committed to combating Gender Violence. The prevention and response to violence against women and girls is a global challenge that forces us all to act: governments, individuals, the public and private sector and civil society.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
Statement by Secretary Pompeo November 23, 2018 Violence against women is a global issue that affects millions of people annually. Every woman and girl deserves a life free from violence. The Unites States is committed to advancing gender equality and preventing and responding to all forms of violence against women and girls, from domestic and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, U.S. Secretary of State
U. S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (December 4, 5, 6, and 7, 2018) Location: INGUAT (Instituto Guatemalteco de Turismo) building – 7a. Ave. 1-17, Zone 4 – First Floor Event: Visit of Social Security and Federal Benefits representative Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit located in San Jose, Costa Rica, will visit Guatemala ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 November, 2018 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens
REF# 2018-55 21 de noviembre de 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Thursday, November 22, to commemorate Thanksgiving Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Friday, November 23.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Commissioner Victor Asturias of Pronacom visited Huehuetenango to learn about several of the projects of the United States Embassy in the region. One of them is the Centro para Jóvenes en Aguacatán, where USAID Guatemala and its World Vision partners provide learning opportunities in basic and technological education. They had the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 November, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
November 19, 2018 Location: Escuintla, Chimaltenango, Sacatepequez, Guatemala Event: On Sunday, November 18, Fuego Volcano erupted for the fifth time in 2018. The new eruption has generated a fast-moving current of hot gas and volcanic matter in the direction of Barranca Seca and Santa Teresa. Strong explosions have generated ashes up to height of 17,060 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 November, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The White House Office of the Press Secretary November 9, 2018 By The President Of The United States Of America A PROCLAMATION The United States expects the arrival at the border between the United States and Mexico (southern border) of a substantial number of aliens primarily from Central America who appear to have no lawful ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Political Affairs, President of the United States, Press Releases, Speeches
“Illegal aliens will no longer get a free pass into our country by lodging meritless claims in seeking asylum. Instead, migrants seeking asylum will have to present themselves lawfully at a port of entry” – President Donald J. Trump PROTECTING OUR NATIONAL SOVEREIGNTY: President Donald J. Trump will take action to ensure asylum is not ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
Fact Sheets, News, President of the United States, Press Releases
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office of Public Affairs November 8, 2018 WASHINGTON — Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen and Acting Attorney General Matthew G. Whitaker released the following statement on the joint Department of Homeland Security and Department of Justice asylum regulation: “Consistent with our immigration laws, the President has the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Secretary Kirstjen M. Nielsen
REF# 2018-54 November 9, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, November 12, to commemorated Veteran’s Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Tuesday, November 13.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
The White House Fact Sheet November 1, 2018 “We will not rest until our border is secure, our citizens are safe, and we finally end the immigration crisis once and for all.” President Donald J. Trump GROWING CRISIS: Our country is facing an urgent crisis as illegal aliens stream across our border, including a caravan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 November, 2018 | Topics:
Fact Sheets, President of the United States, Press Releases
October 31, 2018 Location: Tecun Uman and Huehuetenango Event: Due to ongoing migrant caravans transiting through Guatemala the U.S. Embassy has reduced all official and personal travel to Tecun Uman and Huehuetenango. The Embassy is monitoring ongoing caravans through Guatemala, and remains concerned about increased risk of travel blockages, political instability, and criminal activity. Additionally, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 October, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
October 21, 2018 The United States is closely following the migrant caravan, in which thousands of migrants from Honduras and other countries continue to make a dangerous journey through Guatemala and into Mexico. Many migrants are attempting to transit these countries and in the process are violating their sovereignty, their laws, and their procedures. As ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 October, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Remarks Michael R. Pompeo Secretary of State Mexico City International Airport, Mexico October 19, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: I just wanted to give you a little bit of a readout on my meeting with President Pena Nieto. It was a good conversation. We are jointly very focused on the caravanthat is making its way through. The Mexican Government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 October, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge visited the Casa del Migrante in Guatemala City to speak directly with families who are attempting an extremely dangerous trip to the United States. He emphasized what President Donald J. Trump said yesterday: “Anyone who enters the United States illegally will be arrested and detained before being deported.” TheDeputy Chief ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 October, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, News
In light of recent events, we inform those who plan to enter the United States illegally:
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
October 12, 2018 Location: Huehuetenango Event: There are reports of ongoing violence in Ixquisis, San Mateo Ixtatan, Huehuetenango Department. As a precaution, officially approved travel is required for Embassy personnel to travel to the Huehuetenango Department. Embassy operations are normal. Actions to Take: Review your personal security plans and remain aware of your surroundings, including ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 October, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Fact Sheet BUREAU OF WESTERN HEMISPHERE AFFAIRS October 12, 2018 The United States and Mexico co-hosted the second Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central America in Washington October 11-12 to review progress since the June 2017 conference in Miami and agreed on ways to expand cooperation to address the key economic, security, and governance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 October, 2018 | Topics:
News
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. October 11, 2018 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Secretary, thank you for your hospitality this morning and for the outstanding leadership that you have brought to your role as Secretary of State for the United States of America. To President Hernandez, to President ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 October, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches, Vice President of the United States
Mrs. Mary Arreaga shared the International Day of the Girl with girls from the El Refugio de la Niñez Protection Center, a project supported by USAID Guatemala as part of our commitment in the fight against trafficking in persons and protection of the full development of girls. We commemorate this day, recognizing the important work of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 October, 2018 | Topics:
Events
As part of our support for the Justice System, U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl. Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) and the Judicial Branch of Guatemala, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the participation of Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge and OJ President José Pineda Barales. This memorandum seeks to support the courts to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 October, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
REF# 2018-50 October 5, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, October 8, in honor of U.S. Columbus Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Tuesday, October 9
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 October, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
U.S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (October 1, 2018) Location: San Marcos Event: Town Hall Meeting and Passport Renewal Services The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting and will accept passport renewal applications in San Marcos on October 16 and 17. Please schedule an appointment if you wish to submit an application for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 October, 2018 | Topics:
Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Congress Representatives Bradley Byrne, Madeleine Bordallo, and Norma Torres visited Guatemala and, together with Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga, met with Attorney General Consuelo Porras at the Public Ministry of Guatemala, where they received a guided tour of the Prosecutor’s Office Against Extortion. Since the creation of this office in 2017, the U.S. has supported ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 October, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
The White House Office of the Press Secretary United Nations Headquarters New York, New York September 25, 2018 THE PRESIDENT: Madam President, Mr. Secretary-General, world leaders, ambassadors, and distinguished delegates: One year ago, I stood before you for the first time in this grand hall. I addressed the threats facing our world, and I presented ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Remarks by President Trump-ONU
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated along with representatives of the G13 Donor Group and authorities of the Government of Guatemala, in a tour to evaluate the response and follow-up actions to the tragedy of the Volcán de Fuego. We are committed to working in coordination with Guatemala and the members of the G13, to support ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 25, 2018 Vice President Mike Pence announced today at the 73rd regular session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, NY, more than $48 million in additional humanitarian U.S. assistance for Venezuelans affected by the man-made crisis in Venezuela. This funding will help provide ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Vice President of the United States
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 25, 2018 Today, the United States imposed sanctions on four current or former officials of the Government of Venezuela: First Lady and Former Attorney General Cilia Adela Flores de Maduro, Executive Vice President Delcy Eloina Rodriguez Gomez, Minister of Communication and Information Jorge Jesus Rodriguez Gomez, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 September, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga shared with hundreds of Guatemalans the successful SaborUSA experience, which presented several leading U.S. products to the local market, as part of the close commercial relationship between the U.S. and Guatemala. During the event, the official toured different stands in which he showed the fusion of the talent of prominent Guatemalan ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga and his wife Mary Arreaga celebrated the importance of Art in a cultural exchange at the official residence as part of the Art in the Embassies program from the U.S. Department of State, that creates an intercultural dialogue on mutual understanding through Visual Arts and the dynamic exchange of artists. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with Attorney General Consuelo Porras and delegates from the Public Ministry of Guatemala and the Embassy to discuss the support of the US Government to the Justice System and contribute to Prosperity, Citizen Security and Governance in Guatemala.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Live an extraordinary taste experience with great recipes prepared by Guatemalan chefs, with the best products from the United States. The Department of Agriculture USDA Guatemala, in collaboration with different partners and importers of North American products, presents this event to offer a tour of different dishes of the American culture. We walk the flavors ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge met with leaders who advocate for the Human Rights of LGBTI people in Guatemala, representatives of organizations such as Visibles, Rednads, Lambda Association, CAS, Oasis Guatemala, Trans-Formation Collective and the Human Rights Ombudsman. During this meeting, theDeputy Chief of Mission emphasized that we all have the right to live ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 September, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the Emergency Operations Center of Conred with the support of Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance. The U.S. contributed US $ 150,000 to build the new decision-making room of said center, which will be used by the Emergency Council of the Government of Guatemala in case of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 September, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
September 14, 2018 Location: Coban, Alta Verapaz Event: Town Hall Meeting The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting for the American Community residing or traveling in Coban. Embassy staff and consular officers will provide information of interest and will also be available to answer inquiries regarding American Citizen services provided in Guatemala. Although ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 September, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Statement by Secretary Pompeo September 14, 2018 On behalf of the Government of the United States, I congratulate the people of Guatemala on your celebration of 197 years of independence on September 15. The United States remains committed to working together with the Guatemalan people to increase prosperity and improve security and governance in Guatemala. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Guatemala's Independence Day, Michael R. Pompeo
The White House Office of the Press Secretary September 13, 2018 By the President of the United States of America A Proclamation During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we honor all American citizens of Hispanic descent and celebrate their rich and vibrant traditions of faith, family, hard work, and patriotism. We are grateful for the innumerable contributions ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 September, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, National Hispanic Heritage Month
Location: Guatemala City Event: Large-scale demonstrations of tens of thousands of participants are expected on September 12, 2018, in Guatemala City. Demonstrators plan to meet at several locations within the city and march towards Congress in zone 1. The reported gathering locations include the Obelisco in zone 10, Trébol in zone 11, Metro Norte in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 September, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokerson Statement by Secretary Pompeo September 10, 2018 Tomorrow we honor the nearly 3,000 people who were killed in the terrorist attacks 17 years ago on September 11. Tomorrow also marks six years since the tragic loss in Libya of Ambassador J. Christopher Stevens, Glen Doherty, Sean Smith, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Office of the Spokesperson
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary September 10, 2018 On Patriot Day, we honor the memories of the nearly 3,000 precious lives we lost on September 11, 2001, and of every hero who has given their life since that day to protect our safety and our freedom. We come together, today, to recall this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 September, 2018 | Topics:
Events, President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Office of the Press Secretary
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (September 6, 2018) Location: Guatemala City Event: There are unconfirmed reports of large-scale demonstrations and roadblocks to begin in and around Guatemala City over the coming days. There are confirmed reports that as many as 1000 public medical providers and others plan to march from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 September, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 6, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo called Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales today. The Secretary reiterated the United States’ support for Guatemalan sovereignty. They discussed the importance of continuing our cooperation in the fight against corruption and impunity and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 September, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala – (September 1, 2018) Location: Guatemala City Event: Demonstrations are planned to begin today at 3:00 p.m. in front of the National Palace in Zone 1. U.S. Embassy operations are normal unless otherwise announced. Actions to Take: Review your personal security plans and remain aware of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 September, 2018 | Topics:
Alert
REF# 2018-45 Since 2013 the United States Government has donated 148 Jeep J8 vehicles to the Government of Guatemala. These vehicles were donated for law enforcement use by the Interagency Task Forces Tecun Uman, Chorti, and Xinca for the purpose of combatting criminal activity and narcotics trafficking, with a focus on Guatemala’s borders. Several of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 August, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Location: Guatemala City Event: Protests are scheduled to occur today at Constitutional Plaza, CICIG, and possibly Parque Central in Antigua, following President Jimmy Morales’ announcement that the government of Guatemala will not renew the mandate of the International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG). U.S. Embassy operations are normal unless otherwise announced. Actions to take: ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 August, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Overseas Security Advisory Council, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
REF# 2018-44 The United States is aware of the Guatemalan Government’s decision not to renew the International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala’s (CICIG) mandate to operate in Guatemala. As many senior U.S. officials have stated, we believe that CICIG is an effective and important partner in fighting impunity, improving governance, and holding the corrupt accountable ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 August, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
REF# 2018-43 August 30, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, September 3, to commemorate Labor Day in the United States. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Tuesday, September 4.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 August, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
The United States Strategy for Central America (Strategy) is a bipartisan multiannual plan of the US Government. UU that promotes institutional reform and addresses development challenges. The Strategy aims to protect American citizens by addressing the security, governance and economic factors that drive illegal immigration and illicit trafficking, as well as increasing opportunities for US ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
Learn how the U.S. supports the Alliance for Prosperity Plan, under the pillars of Prosperity, Citizen Security and Governance, as part of its Relationship Strategy with all the countries of Central America. (video in Spanish)
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events, U.S. & Guatemala
FAMILY REUNIFICATION HOTLINE (overseas): +001 646-478-1560 Toll Free Number Calling from the United States: 888-582-2853 Family members, legal representatives and others with questions about family reunification may call this hotline established by the American Civil Liberties Union and the Steering Committee, related to a lawsuit in the United States regarding the reunification of immigrant families ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 August, 2018 | Topics:
News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the concert offered by professor and guitarist Randall Zwally as an initiative to share the history and culture of the United States, and inspire young people to find in art a tool of prosperity. Young people from zone 21 that are part of the ensemble of guitars of the Municipality ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 August, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Guatemala, August 22, 2018 Location: Sacatepequez, Escuintla, Guatemala City Event:The government of Guatemala recently reopened highway RN-14 that has been closed since Volcano Fuego erupted. RN-14 connects Antigua to Escuintla. However, the U.S. Embassy has restricted its personnel from traveling on RN-14 due to the poor state of the road and threats of additional lahars ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 August, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Location: Guatemala City Event: There is potential for an uptick in gang violence throughout the month of August. As a preventative measure, the police have increased random checkpoints, traffic stops and vehicle searches throughout Guatemala City. August 15 is the anniversary of a 2005 gang war between Barrio 18 and MS-13, and gang members could ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 August, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
The U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) SPMAGTF Task Force sent 50 Marines to help build temporary housing for victims of the Volcan de Fuego tragedy. They are working together with the Guatemalan Army Corps of Engineers in Escuintla. The U.S. is proud to support this recovery and share the Power of the Human Spirit.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 August, 2018 | Topics:
Events
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge participated in the launch of the “Pork Festival” held at Restaurante Hacienda Real in collaboration with the Agricultural Section of the Embassy. Pork meat is one of the most consumed products in the world and its preference is increasing in the Guatemalan market. In 2017, a total of US ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 August, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Mrs. Arreaga attended the workshop given by the Sesame Street Foundation, aimed at the victims of the Volcán de Fuego tragedy, which took place at the UNICEF shelter, located at the Armando Barillas National Stadium in Escuintla. Elmo, Lola, Abby and the Cookie Monster traveled to Guatemala to share with survivors ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 August, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga presented the International Woman of Corage Award to Aura Elena Farfán, director of FAMDEGUA, in recognition of her work committed to supporting the families of the disappeared during the internal armed conflict. In March of this year, the State Department selected Mrs. Farfán from the group of 10 exceptional women around the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
REF# 2018-41 In response to the murder of human rights activist and indigenous leader Juana Raimundo, the Embassy of the United States of America reiterates its strong condemnation of the series of violent attacks and killings targeting human rights defenders. We renew our call to Guatemalan authorities for a timely and thorough investigation into these ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
The White House Office of the Press Secretary The United States strongly condemns the ongoing violence in Nicaragua and human rights abuses committed by the Ortega regime in response to protests. After years of fraudulent elections and the regime’s manipulation of Nicaraguan law – as well as the suppression of civil society, opposition parties, and independent ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
On the World Day Against Trafficking, Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the launch of the “Denuncia La Trata” campaign accompanied by representatives of the Human Rights Ombudsman, the Judicial Branch of Guatemala, the Public Prosecutor of Guatemala, the PGN Guatemala, SVET and the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. Guatemala is a place of origin, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ms. Carol Bellamy was part of the first generation of Peace Corps volunteers in Guatemala from 1963 to 1965, then became the first former volunteer to lead that organization that has a presence in more than 64 countries. Carol is back in Guatemala and her visit is part of the celebration of the 55th anniversary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 July, 2018 | Topics:
Events
REF#2018-40 July 27, 2018 The State Department released an update on July 27 to its Travel Advisory for Guatemala originally published on January 10, 2018. The updated Advisory lowered the Advisory level for Guatemala from a Level 3 to a Level 2, Exercise Increased Caution due to crime. The State Department also recommends U.S. citizens ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 July, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga traveled to Petén and Belize in a CH-53E Super Stallion helicopter that is part of the vehicles used by theSPMAGTF Task Force organized by U.S. Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) for the humanitarian assistance exercises carried out in the country together with other partners in the region. Part of the bilateral cooperation actions focused ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Dozens of young people participated in the Alumni College Fair 2018 organized by EducationUSA Guatemala with the commitment to promote new opportunities for higher education to boost the prosperity of young people. More than 20 American universities presented their study plans, registration processes and programs for international students in which Guatemalan youth can participate. USA ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 July, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga spoke with young people from the Altiplano who participate in different USAID Guatemala projects who shared their challenges, aspirations and perspective on development issues. During the meeting they also discussed the search for opportunities to be protagonists of prosperity in their communities, talked about citizen participation, access to public services, educational achievements, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with the Indigenous Authority of Chichicastenango to learn about the efforts to promote citizen participation and access to justice for indigenous people. Inclusive development and good governance are essential to guarantee equal opportunities for all citizens. We support through USAID Guatemala the inclusive dialogue that promotes the prosperity and sustainability of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited Sacapulas, Quiché, where he observed the work done by USAID Guatemala through Local Nexus to promote transparent municipal governments that seek to improve the socioeconomic conditions of the population in an effective and inclusive manner and strengthen good governance. The Ambassador met the mayor of Sacapulas, and visited the municipal water ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
During his visit to Quiché, Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the project Innovative Solutions for Agricultural Value Chains of USAID Guatemala and the Feed The Future initiative of the US Government, which seeks to improve the quality of life of families in the Altiplano. The beneficiaries and executors of the program presented the Ambassador with demonstration ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the handicraft market of Chichicastenango on a guided tour by two young Access alumni, who demonstrated the skills acquired by being part of this English scholarship program. One of Access’s goals is to increase the educational and employment opportunities of its graduates by learning the English language. The Ambassador also met ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Location: Sacatepéquez, Escuintla, Huehuetenango Event: CA-2 between the city of Escuintla and Cocales (Km.113) is now open for travel for Embassy personnel. The road had been off limits due to concerns about rivers and bridges along the route. The following routes remain closed: RN – 14 (Between Escuintla and Antigua Guatemala) is permanently closed by ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 July, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated with the Mayor of Guatemala City, Ricardo Quiñónez, and students from five educational establishments in the Municipal Civic Program organized by the Municipality of Guatemala, which this month is dedicated to the celebration of Independence of the United States. The Ambassador pointed out that on July 4 we not only ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
We commemorated the 242nd anniversary of US Independence. We celebrate the Right to Life, Freedom, and the Pursuit of Happiness.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 July, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
REF#2018-36 July 3, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Wednesday, July 4th, in honor of U.S. Independence Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Thursday, July 5th.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 July, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Vice President Mike Pence arrived in Guatemala with the Second Lady, Karen Pence, and the Secretary of the Department of National Security of the United States, Kirstjen Nielsen. This visit to the Western Hemisphere responds to the commitment of joint cooperation in the region, the strengthening of fair trade, the security alliance and the strengthening ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
Official Reports
Santa Catarina Church Manaus, Brazil THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Father Alex. It is a great privilege for my wife Karen and I to be here with you, with Archbishop Don Sergio here at Santa Catarina, which is demonstrating the love of God by being the hands and feet of Christ to people from Venezuela. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 June, 2018 | Topics:
Speeches, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
Office of the Spokesperson U.S. Department of State The United States reiterates its deep concern for political prisoners in Cuba. The cases of Dr. Ariel Ruiz Urquiola and Dr. Eduardo Cardet, both of whom a prominent human rights organization has declared “prisoners of conscience,” are just two examples of how the Cuban government continues to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 June, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Office of the Spokesperson U.S. Department of State Vice President Mike Pence announced today in Brazil nearly $10 million in additional humanitarian U.S. assistance for Venezuelans who have fled their country due to the man-made crisis there. This funding for the Venezuelan people includes a contribution to the International Organization for Migration (IOM)’s regional response ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 June, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
This June the United States joins millions of people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month. Pride Month is about recognizing a fundamental truth – that human rights are universal. It is about accepting LGBTI individuals as equal members of our society, with the right to live freely ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 June, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases
Location: INGUAT (Instituto Guatemalteco de Turismo) building – 7a. Ave. 1-17, Zone 4 – First Floor Event: Visit of Social Security and Federal Benefits representative Representatives from the Regional Federal Benefits Unit (Costa Rica) will offer services for beneficiaries or individuals with questions about U.S. Social Security and other federal benefit services, on July 9, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 June, 2018 | Topics:
Emergency Services, Federal Benefits, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
REF# 2018-34 June 13, 2018 In response to the recent killings of human rights defenders in Guatemala, the Embassy of the United States of America strongly condemns this wave of violence, particularly attacks targeting campesino leaders. We reaffirm the valuable work of human rights defenders, who are at the forefront of the struggle for a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Location: Sacatepéquez, Chimaltenango, Escuintla Event: As of June 12 at 7:35 a.m. Fuego Volcano continues to emit currents of hot gas and volcanic matter towards the Chimaltenango area based on direction of the winds. Guatemalan authorities discourage visiting closed areas. Avalanches have produced ash columns, which may result in ash fall in affected areas over ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
Location: Guatemala City Event: The Comite de Desarollo Campesino (CODECA) announced today that marches will occur throughout Guatemala City starting tomorrow at 7:00 a.m. CODECA identified the areas around the Obelisco in Zone 10, Metro Norte in Zone 17, El Trebol in Zone 11, and Perrirosevelt in Zone 7 as possible areas of heavy traffic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens
The US Government through USAID Guatemala and the Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance delivered 300 water filters as part of the humanitarian assistance for families sheltered by the emergency of the Volcán de Fuego. The United States works with the Government of Guatemala and Conred on humanitarian aid actions for families affected by the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Statement By Heather Nauert, Spokesperson U.S. Department Of State On June 11, 2018, pursuant to the extradition treaty between the United States of America and the Republic of Panama, the United States extradited the former President of Panama Ricardo Martinelli to face criminal charges in Panama. Mr. Martinelli was arrested in Miami on June 12, 2017 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
The US Army in coordination with the Government of Guatemala made a donation of humanitarian aid consisting of 190 water filters within the Municipality of San Juan Alotenango, Sacatepéquez; an area that is currently being used as a displaced persons camp for the victims of the recent eruption of the Volcán de Fuego. Helping to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Guatemala City (Barceló Hotel On June 19, 2018, the U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting for U.S. citizens with Ambassador Luis Arreaga in Guatemala City. The event will take place at 5:30 p.m. at Barceló Hotel, located at 7a. Avenida 15-45, Zona 9. During the Town Hall meeting, Ambassador Arreaga and representatives ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 June, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
REF# 2018-32 June 6, 2018 The United States is supporting the Government of Guatemala’s response to the devastation caused by the June 3 eruption of the Fuego volcano by providing an initial $300,000 in immediate humanitarian assistance. With this support, the U.S. Agency for International Development’s Office of U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (USAID/OFDA) is working ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
REF# 2018-33 June 6, 2018 On the night of June 6th a U.S. Air Force C-17 transport lifted off from Aurora airport carrying six gravely injured children, including one pair of siblings. The children, all of whom were seriously burned during the Fuego Volcano eruption on June 3, are on their way to the Shriners ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 June, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Location: Sacatepéquez, Chimaltenango, Escuintla Event: On Tuesday, June 5, Fuego Volcano erupted again at approximately 2:10 p.m. local time. The new eruption dispersed hot gas and volcanic matter into the air in the direction of west and northwest, but the direction could change in accordance with prevailing winds. The Guatemalan governmental agency for natural disasters ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: #FuegoVolcano
U.S. Department of State Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert The United States will assist the families affected by Guatemala’s Fuego volcano eruption and sends condolences to the loved ones of those who perished as a result of this terrible natural disaster. Our Embassy in Guatemala is in touch with Guatemalan authorities and stands ready to support their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 June, 2018 | Topics:
News
Location: Sacatepequez, Chimaltenango, Escuintla and Guatemala City (La Aurora International Airport) Event: On Sunday, June 3, Fuego Volcano erupted for the second time in 2018, with the strongest registered eruption in the past several years. The new eruption generated a fast-moving current of hot gas and volcanic matter in the direction of the city. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Emergency Services, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
| Tags: Fuego Volcano
Remarks Mike Pompeo Secretary of State OAS Headquarters Washington, DC June 4, 2018 SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you. Thank you, Secretary General Almagro and your team, for organizing this 48th General Assembly of the OAS. We are incredibly grateful for your leadership. It is a pleasure to be here at the OAS for the first time ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 June, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, OAS
Location: Sacatepequez, Chimaltenango and Guatemala City (La Aurora International Airport) Event: On Sunday, June 3, Fuego Volcano erupted for the second time in 2018, with the strongest registered eruption in the past several years. The new eruption has generated a fast-moving current of hot gas and volcanic matter in the direction of the city. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 June, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: Fuego Volcano
Statement By Secretary Pompeo Office of the Spokesperson The United States joins people around the world in celebrating Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) Pride Month, and reaffirms its commitment to protecting and defending the human rights of all, including LGBTI persons. In many parts of the world, LGBTI individuals and their supporters continue ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 June, 2018 | Topics:
Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with Attorney General María Consuelo Porras and collaborators of the Guatemalan Public Ministry to discuss the opportunities for support between the US Government and the Government of Guatemala to strengthen the Justice System.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the commemoration ceremony of Memorial Day in gratitude to those who have given their lives in the service of the United States. War Day or Memorial Day is a federal commemorative date that takes place in the United States of America on the last Monday of May of each year, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Congressman Vicente González (Democrat, Texas) visited Guatemala from May 25 to 29. He held a series of meetings to discuss the continuing importance of the relationship between Guatemala and the United States, and to learn more about the cooperation that exists between our nations. During this trip, he met with President Jimmy Morales, the CICIG ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Pompeo May 26, 2018 The United States welcomes the release of Joshua Holt and his wife Thamara, who were unjustly imprisoned in Venezuela. We extend our special thanks to Senator Bob Corker, Senator Orrin Hatch, Senator Mike Lee, Representative Mia Love, and all the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
REF#: 2018-30 May 25, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, May 28, to commemorate Memorial Day, a U.S. holiday that honors military service members who died serving the United States. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. Government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Memorial Day
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 21, 2018 Today, I have taken action to prevent the Maduro regime from conducting “fire sales,” liquidating Venezuela’s critical assets—assets the country will need to rebuild its economy. This money belongs to the Venezuelan people. I have signed an Executive Order to prevent the Maduro regime ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 May, 2018 | Topics:
News, President of the United States, Press Releases
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary May 21, 2018 EXECUTIVE ORDER By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, including the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) (IEEPA), the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1601 et seq.), and section 301 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, News, President of the United States, Press Releases
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Venezuela
June 21, 2018 Venezuela’s election was a sham – neither free nor fair. The illegitimate result of this fake process is a further blow to the proud democratic tradition of Venezuela. Every day, thousands of Venezuelans flee brutal oppression and grinding poverty – literally voting with their feet. The United States will not sit idly ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson May 21, 2018 Statement by Secretary Pompeo The United States condemns the fraudulent election that took place in Venezuela on May 20. This so-called “election” is an attack on constitutional order and an affront to Venezuela’s tradition of democracy. Until the Maduro regime restores a democratic path ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Venezuela
Recently, a CentamSmoke exercise was carried out to share operational experiences with the participation of American firefighters from the 612 Air Squad and 30 firefighters from Belize, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and Panama. The training covered security issues, personal protection equipment, structural and aircraft fire evolutions, basic medical preparation, vehicle extraction and familiarization with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events
The Chargé d’Affaires, David Hodge, visited along with other officials of the Embassy, the La Unión sugar mill in Escuintla, to learn about the production of sugar, alcohol and electric power from the cultivation of sugarcane. The members of the sugar community of Guatemala, presented several of the sustainable development projects and their social responsibility ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 May, 2018 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Mike Pompeo Secretary of State Press Statement Washington, DC May 17, 2018 The United States stands for the protection of fundamental freedoms and universal human rights. Our nation was founded on the bedrock principle that we are all created equal – and that every person is entitled to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: and Biphobia, On the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia
The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting and will accept passport renewal applications in Quetzaltenango on May 29 and 30. Please schedule an appointment if you wish to submit an application for a passport renewal. You may schedule appointments by calling the American Citizen Services unit at 2326-4942. Passport renewals are the only ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: Safety and Security Information
May 14, 2018 Location: Guatemala, country-wide. Event: Continued heavy rainfall is affecting road conditions and could lead to landslides and flooding throughout Guatemala. According to the Government of Guatemala, these conditions signal the beginning of the rainy season. Actions to Take: Avoid traveling while heavy rains occur as roads can quickly become extremely unsafe. Check ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 May, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE Office of the Spokesperson READOUT May 14, 2018 The following is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Pompeo participated via videoconference today in the Lima Group foreign and finance ministers meeting, which was hosted by Mexico and included representatives from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 May, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
U.S. Department of State Office of the Spokesperson Statement by Secretary Pompeo May 14, 2018 Today I am proud to celebrate the opening of the United States Embassy to Israel in Jerusalem. This significant event fulfills a promise made by President Trump. As he proclaimed on December 6, 2017, “Seventy years ago, the United States, under ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 May, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. Secretary of State
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, Opening of U.S. Embassy Jerusalem
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the launch of the Antiretroviral Treatment Quick Start Strategy of the Comprehensive Care Unit for HIV and Chronic Infections Dr. Carlos Rodolfo Mejía Villatoro of Hospital Roosevelt. This strategy, implemented by the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala, aims to get people with HIV to start treatment within a maximum of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 May, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Organization of American States Washington, D.C. May 7, 2018 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Ambassador Gonzalez, Secretary General Almagro, Ambassador Trujillo, permanent representatives, distinguished members of Congress, ambassadors, all of our honored guests, it is my great honor to be here in the House of the Americas to address this session of the Organization of American States. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 May, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases, Speeches, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence, Vicepresidente Pence en la OEA
Statement by Secretary Pompeo May 3, 2018 On the 25th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day, we renew our commitment to promoting and protecting a free press, which is an essential pillar of democracy. The United States values freedom of the press as a key component of democratic governance. By fostering a free press, citizens are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 May, 2018 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
| Tags: Michael R. Pompeo, World Press Freedom Day
The White House Office of the Press Secretary April 26, 2018 I am pleased with the Senate’s confirmation of Mike Pompeo to serve as our country’s top diplomat. Having a patriot of Mike’s immense talent, energy, and intellect leading the Department of State will be an incredible asset for our country at this critical time ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Government Offices, News
UNITED STATES MISSION TO THE UNITED NATIONS Office of Press and Public Diplomacy April 25, 2018 The violence and repression we have seen in Nicaragua go against the right to free speech and human dignity of the Nicaraguan people. Police and bad actors associated with the government must immediately curb violent acts against students and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 April, 2018 | Topics:
Fact Sheets, Political Affairs
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with the President and the First Lady of the Government of Guatemala in the ceremony to lay the first stone for the construction of the new Specialized Center for Reinsertion (CER) of the Secretariat of Social Welfare in San José Pinula, thanks to the US support Department of State: Bureau of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the exercise of Allied Humanitarian Forces (FAHUM) in Guatemala in collaboration with the US Southern Command in a practice to evaluate and increase the response capacity of the Government of Guatemala in the face of a major humanitarian disaster. The US is committed to work in coordination with the Government ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
April 20, 2018 Press Briefing Room Washington, D.C. MS NAUERT: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you so much for coming, especially on a Friday. Today the State Department released the 2017 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices. Promoting freedom – promoting and defending human rights and fundamental freedoms are central to who we are as a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 April, 2018 | Topics:
News, Political Affairs, Speeches
Statement By Heather Nauert, Spokesperson April 22, 2018 The United States government regrets the loss of life and injuries suffered in Nicaragua during protests by its citizens. We condemn the violence and the excessive force used by police and others against civilians who are exercising their constitutional right to freedom of expression and assembly. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arrega participated in the welcome reception at TechCamp Guatemala. This initiative of the State Department brings together young leaders from Latin America to promote the use of technology to promote transparency and accountability, strengthen democracy, good governance and the fight against corruption, while seeking to contribute to the objectives of the Summit of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
The director of US Dept, of State INL in Guatemala and the Ministry of Social Welfare signed an agreement to implement the Juvenile Justice project, which includes the creation of five regional offices, the first specialized center for the reintegration of young people and a transition house. This project seeks to eliminate overcrowding in juvenile ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met in Antigua with the American Wardens, to thank them for their volunteering and commitment to our country. We thank PROATUR, DISETUR and Conred Guatemala for the support of our Wardens and contribute to the safety of US citizens in emergency situations.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the opening of the Annual Conference of the Advisory Council on Security Abroad OSAC 13 that will address challenges of the region in security issues. Central America is a rich, diverse region with enormous potential that will not be achieved unless there is more foreign investment, cooperation between the public-private ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge participated in the closing ceremony of the humanitarian exercise for immediate response to disasters, Continuing Promise 2018, which offered free health services to more than 700 patients every day, for 10 days. Humanitarian assistance arrived in the country on April 9 with the arrival of the USNS Spearhead, which ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 April, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Ref# 2018-23 April 16, 2018 The U.S. Embassy congratulates the Nominating Commission on completing its selection of candidates for Guatemala’s next Attorney General. Once selected by President Morales, the Attorney General will play a crucial role in guaranteeing transparency and rule of law in Guatemala, and continuing the fight against corruption and impunity.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with officials of the Government of Guatemala in the launch of USAID Guatemala’s project “Creating new Economic Opportunities,” seeking to create economic opportunities in the Western Highlands with focus on investment and competitiveness. The national and foreign investment and the boost of the competitiveness in the country are determinant to generate ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC April 13, 2018 The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Today, Acting Secretary of State John J. Sullivan and Mexican Foreign Secretary Luis Videgaray co-hosted a meeting with President Juan Orlando Hernandez of Honduras, Vice President Jafeth Cabrera of Guatemala, and Foreign Minister Hugo Martinez of El Salvador ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
| Tags: Governance, Summit of the Americas 2018
Lima, Peru April 15, 2018 THE VICE PRESIDENT: Secretary General Almagro, President Vizcarra, Presidents, Prime Ministers, and leaders from across the Western Hemisphere — it is my great honor to join you today, as Vice President of the United States of America, at the 8th Summit of the Americas. And I bring greetings and great ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Speeches, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Governance, Mike Pence, Summit of the Americas 2018
Ambassador Arreaga visited one of the voting centers as part of the international body that accompanied the Popular Consultation and to share with the Guatemalans on this important day. Active citizenship strengthens the country and raises the profile of democratic processes.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Message for U.S. Citizens: To further assist U.S. citizens in Guatemala, the U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall Meeting and will accept passport renewal applications in Antigua on April 19 and 20. These dates replace the previously announced visit dates of April 12 and 13. Please schedule an appointment if you wish to take ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: Safety and Security Information
We participate together with the Government of Guatemala in the ceremony to lay the first stone for the start of the construction of the new building of the US Embassy in Guatemala in zone 16. Our new embassy will be one of the first buildings in the country with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 April, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
REF# 2018-19 April 4, 2018 On April 4, 2018, U.S. Ambassador Luis Arreaga, President Jimmy Morales, and representatives from the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Overseas Buildings Operations broke ground on the construction site for the new U.S. Embassy in Guatemala. Located in Zone 16 and expected to be completed in 2022, the new building ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 April, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Guatemala
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with Aura Elena Farfán, awarded as Woman of Courage by the U.S. Department of State, congratulated her, and urged her to continue working to inspire other women to raise their voices in defense of Human Rights, peace, and justice in Guatemala.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the new headquarters of the Sexual Crimes Investigation Department of the PNC of Guatemala as part of the support through U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) to citizen security. The inauguration of these facilities marks the renewal of the fight against ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Guatemala to support the Supreme Electoral Tribunal TSE as part of our commitment to contribute to a free, fair, and transparent electoral process under good governance. We congratulate the TSE Guatemala for the initiative to promote reforms in favor ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala March 23, 2018 Location: Guatemala, countrywide Event: As we approach Semana Santa (March 26–April 1) the U.S. Embassy would like to remind citizens to be vigilant at celebrations throughout Guatemala. Please take note of the potential for increased criminal activity. Armed robbery and petty theft are a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 March, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the event to commemorate Tuberculosis Day, organized with the support of the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance, PEPFAR Central America, CDC, and University Research Co. “Looking for Leaders for a world free of Tuberculosis” is the theme of this year, which focuses on the commitment of all sectors, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited 4 Grados Norte where he shared with several entrepreneurs and investors who are working to create an ecosystem of “Angel Investment” that promotes the investment of risk capital as support for entrepreneurship in Guatemala. During the meeting, the entrepreneurs showed the Ambassador business that uses technology to solve common challenges in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Director John Beed of USAID Guatemala visited an area of forest concessions in Uaxactún to learn how this conservation model has impacted the protection of natural and cultural resources, as well as the prosperity and security of their communities. Forest concessions are successful models for the conservation of biodiversity through the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
To commemorate Women´s History Month, Physics professor and lecturer of the Program for International Visiting Leaders IVLP (for its acronym in English) of the U.S. Department of State, Waleska Aldana, organized an event with women professionals in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics STEM (for its acronym in English). San Carlos University of Guatemala and Galileo ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 March, 2018 | Topics:
Events
In the framework of the commemoration of International Women’s Day, Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with the Attorney General Thelma Aldana at the inauguration of the new Integral Attention Model (MAI) of the Public Ministry, which will ensure that Guatemalan women and children have unlimited access to better justice services, with full respect for their rights ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the cities of Puerto Barrios and Livingston in the department of Izabal as part of the security and culture programs promoted by the Embassy. In Livingston, the Ambassador visited the Model Police Precinct and talked with agents who are part of the program in the town. The operation of the monitoring ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Statement By Secretary Tillerson March 8, 2018 As we commemorate International Women’s Day on March 8th, the United States renews our steadfast commitment to addressing inequalities between women and men at home and abroad and reaffirms the importance of advancing the status of women and girls globally. We will continue to implement measures to strengthen ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 March, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
The Undersecretary of Commerce and Foreign Affairs, Ted McKinney, visited Guatemala accompanied by an Agricultural Trade Mission of 34 companies from the United States. The group of entrepreneurs from the United States was in Guatemala as part of the Mission that seeks to bring leading companies in the agricultural sector of the United States with ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 March, 2018 | Topics:
Agriculture, Events, U.S. Agencies
The Ambassador of the United States to the United Nations, Nikki Haley, visited Guatemala on the last days of the month of February. Within her agenda, she held a meeting with President Jimmy Morales, Commissioner Iván Velásquez of CICIG and Attorney General Thelma Aldana. In addition, along with Ambassador Luis Arreaga, she had the opportunity ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 March, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
March 1, 2018 The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall Meeting for U.S. Citizens in Livingston, with U.S. Ambassador Luis Arreaga, on March 7th. During the Town Hall meeting, Ambassador Arreaga and representatives of the Consular Section will present information of interest to U.S. Citizens in Guatemala and will be available to answer your ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 March, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens, U.S. Citizen Services
| Tags: Safety and Security Information
February 23, 2018 Office of the Spokesperson In May, the United States plans to open a new U.S. Embassy in Jerusalem. The opening will coincide with Israel’s 70th anniversary. The Embassy will initially be located in the Arnona neighborhood, in a modern building that now houses consular operations of U.S. Consulate General Jerusalem. Those consular ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge participated in the launch of ECHO Project (Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes), which is a collaborative model of education and health care for first-line clinicians, which offers ongoing training through a virtual system to combat Tuberculosis in Guatemala with the support of PEPFAR Central America, CDC and University Research ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 February, 2018 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the inauguration of the Higher Risk and Extinction of Appeals Chamber of the Judicial Branch of Guatemala, which will resolve legal recourses to expedite complex criminal proceedings. This chamber was created with support from USAID Guatemala and U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) GT, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
February 21, 2018 To further assist U.S. citizens in Guatemala, the U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall Meeting and will accept passport renewal applications in Panajachel, on February 23rd Please schedule an appointment if you live in or near this area and wish to take the opportunity to submit an application for a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Ambassador Luis Arreaga offered the presentation “The Ethics as a bulwark of Democracy” in the Week of Ethics at the Rafael Landívar University. During his participation, the Ambassador also discussed how citizens should create and promote a culture of legality with the daily exercise of an ethical life. Therefore, he explained that if a society ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
February 15, 2018 Excelentísimo Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Jimmy Morales; excelentísimo Presidente del Congreso de Guatemala, Álvaro Arzú; honorables representantes del Gobierno de Guatemala; Presidente de AmCham, Licenciado Juan Pablo Carrasco; excelentísima Ministra de Relaciones Exteriores, Sandra Jovel; excelentísimo Ministro de Economía, Acisclo Valladares; señores de los medios de comunicación; distinguidos invitados: Muy ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson February 14, 2018 We support the decision of Peru, as the host of the upcoming Summit of the Americas, to withdraw its invitation to President Maduro of Venezuela. Peru’s decision was made with the support of the Lima Group, which upheld the high democratic standard for Summit participation. The United ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases, Speeches
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the “Challenges and Opportunities” event organized by AmCham Guatemala, in which he highlighted U.S. investments as a sign of confidence in a Guatemala that fights against corruption. Among the examples cited, the Ambassador mentioned the four American hotel chains that inaugurated facilities in the country in 2017, after 10 years ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the offices of Pronacom where the Commissioner and Minister of Economy, Acisclo Valladares, presented the advances in the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity and the new platform that presents the strategy of the Government of Guatemala. The new digital platform to follow up on the plan, shows in detail the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
REF#: 2018-10 February 14, 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, February 19, to commemorate Presidents’ Day. The Embassy will reopen for business on Tuesday, February 20.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the Office of the Prosecutor against Crime and Extortion along with USAID Guatemala authorities to learn more about their results and work methodology. This prosecutor’s office has carried out seven large-scale operations since 2016, in which more than 680 people accused of extortion have been captured, which represents a strategic attack ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 February, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
February 13, 2018 To further assist U.S. citizens in Guatemala, the U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall Meeting and will accept passport renewal applications in Panajachel, on February 23rd Please schedule an appointment if you live in or near this area and wish to take the opportunity to submit an application for a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
February 12, 2018 To further assist U.S. citizens in Guatemala, the U.S. Embassy will hold several Town Hall meetings over the next few months and will accept passport renewal applications during these visits. Please schedule an appointment if you live in or near these areas and wish to take the opportunity to submit an application ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Five youths and a teacher from Chiquimula participated in the cultural exchange Young Ambassadors in the USA, where they developed their leadership skills and civic participation. Together with young people from other countries in the region, they visited cities in Washington DC, Michigan, Texas and Florida, and learned about the American educational system, social entrepreneurship, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 February, 2018 | Topics:
Education, Events
February 8, 2018 Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson The United States denounces the decision by Venezuela’s National Electoral Council to unilaterally advance presidential elections without guarantees to ensure free, fair, and internationally-validated elections. These elections do not have the agreement of all political parties and limit the ability of individuals to run in the election. By ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Speeches
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson February 1, 2018 University of Texas at Austin Thank you. Thank you. Thank you, thank you so much. And thank you, Greg, for that very kind, warm introduction, inviting me back home today. And I want to thank those at the Clements Center of National Security and the Robert Strauss ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 February, 2018 | Topics:
News, Speeches
We celebrated the closing of the Hip-Hop workshops given by the American group One World Hip Hop to young people from Villa Nueva and instructors from the capital city. The main objective of the AVES initiative is to counteract violence with positive skills and activities such as Art. The group organized workshops based on the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 February, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
February 1, 2018 Location: Izabal, Guatemala On Tuesday, January 30th, CONRED (Stands for Coordinadora Departamental para la Reducción de Desastres) from Izabal, declared a Regional Red Alert due to heavy rains in that region. Based on this, the Guatemala Regional Emergency Operations Center has been activated to coordinate assistance to affected persons. The Izabal area ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
February 1, 2018 Location: Antigua Guatemala, Sacatepequez Guatemalan authorities issued an orange alert Thursday over an erupting volcano located a short distance from its capital. According to authorities, increased activity in the Volcan de Fuego (“Fire Volcano”) overnight Wednesday resulted in a saw ash tower 1.7 kilometers (one mile) into the sky and lava flow ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
February 1, 2018 The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala has received a report that on Saturday, February 3rd starting from 7:00 a.m., approximately 40,000 motorcyclists, collectively known as Caravana del Zorro, will be departing from Zone 1 towards Esquipulas. They will be traveling northbound on CA-9 towards Rio Hondo, Zacapa (Km 136). From there, they will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
January 31, 2018 Location: Guatemala City Event: Guatemala has confirmed a case of measles, the first case in Guatemala since measles was declared eradicated in the Americas in 2016. The case occurred in Zone 11 of Guatemala City. The subject has been isolated, and the Government of Guatemala has made efforts to vaccinate and monitor all ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 February, 2018 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Ambassador Luis Arreaga congratulated the Director of the National Civil Police of Guatemala, Nery Ramos y Ramos, for the 10% decrease in homicide figures compared to January 2017 and a 32% reduction in homicides since 2009. The United States Embassy applauds the work of the courageous officers of the PNC, who fight against corruption and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, News
The Governments of El Salvador and Guatemala, with the support of the United States, inaugurated the infrastructure improvements carried out at the borders of La Hachadura, on the side of El Salvador, and Pedro de Alvarado, on the Guatemalan side, which facilitate trade, customs control, security, and attention to users and migrants. The work done ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
January 26, 2018 Your vote counts! Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters? All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson January 24, 2018 The United States strongly rejects the call by Venezuela’s illegitimate Constituent Assembly for snap presidential elections before April 30. This vote would be neither free nor fair. It would only deepen, not help resolve, national tensions. It would not reflect the will of the Venezuelan people, and would ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
REF#: 2018-6 January 24, 2018 Today, Ray W. Washburne, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC) – the U.S.’s development finance institution – issued the following statement following his meeting with Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales: OPIC’s investments in Guatemala increase prosperity and economic opportunity for the Guatemalan people by improving ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga participated in a tree planting event organized in conjunction with the Auxiliary Mayor’s Office of Zone 16. This planting responds to the commitment of each mission of the United States around the world, to respect the environment with a Green Policy that contributes to optimize natural resources and protect them. As ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Deputy Assistant Secretary John Creamer, senior official of the State Department for Cuba, Mexico, Central America, and Western Hemisphere Regional Economic Policy and Summit issues, met with the Attorney General and Chief of the Public Ministry Thelma Aldana. During this meeting, the Deputy Assistant Secretary emphasized the importance of the fight against corruption and highlighted ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Key Officials
The U.S. ambassadors for Guatemala, El Salvador, and Honduras met to coordinate efforts to support the Alliance for Prosperity Plan as an initiative of the Northern Triangle governments for prosperity, citizen security, and governance in the region.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with Ambassador Carlos Manuel Pulido of Colombia to discuss joint actions that contribute to strengthening prosperity, governance, and citizen security in Guatemala.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 17 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
REF#: 2018-02 eng. 12 de enero de 2018 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, January 15, to commemorated Martin Luther King, Jr. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Tuesday, January 16.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 January, 2018 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with officials from Pronacom, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Public Finance, and Segeplán, who make up the technical team of the Plan of the Alliance for Prosperity of the country. The Guatemalan officials shared with the Ambassador their progress and goals regarding the Plan, highlighting the projects to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 January, 2018 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
January 08, 2018 On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts. Every country will have a Travel Advisory, which will provide one of four standard levels of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
JANUARY 5, 2018 Washington – Today, acting pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13692, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated four current or former Venezuelan government officials associated with corruption and repression in Venezuela. “President Maduro and his inner circle continue to put their own interests above those of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Ambassador Nikki Haley U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations U.S. Mission to the United Nations January 5, 2018 AS DELIVERED Thank you, Mr. President, and Happy New Year to all of the members of the Security Council and the General Assembly. In the past week, what has happened on the ground throughout the nation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 January, 2018 | Topics:
Events, News
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga shares a message with all Guatemalans (in Spanish), wishing them much prosperity for the new year.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Statement by Secretary Tillerson Global Magnitsky Human Rights Accountability Act Implementation December 21, 2017 Today, alongside the President and the Department of the Treasury, the Department of State took action against persons who have committed serious human rights abuse and engaged in corruption around the world. The Department is committed to protecting and promoting human ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
REF#: 2017-20 December 20, 2017 Today, together with the President of the United States and the Department of Treasury, the Department of State took action against persons believed to be involved in serious human rights abuse and corruption. Their names were placed on the Department of the Treasury’s Specially Designated Nationals List, which prohibits U.S. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
“Our government’s first duty is to its people, to our citizens — to serve their needs, to ensure their safety, to preserve their rights, and to defend their values.” – President Donald J. Trump A NEW NATIONAL SECURITY STRATEGY FOR A NEW ERA: Less than a year after taking office, President Donald J. Trump is ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Fact Sheets, President of the United States, Speeches
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Statement by Heather Nauert, Spokesperson U.S. State Department December 11, 2017 The United States condemns President Maduro’s threat to ban opposition parties from participating in next year’s presidential elections. The Venezuelan people deserve the right to express their views and consent to governance through a free and fair democratic process that is open to all ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 December, 2017 | Topics:
News
Secretary Rex Tillerson U.S. Department of State Sixty-nine years ago today, in the aftermath of World War II, the UN General Assembly adopted the Universal Declaration of Human Rights to recognize and elevate the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all individuals, and that these rights are the foundation of freedom, justice, and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 December, 2017 | Topics:
News
We participated in the closing fair of the DreamBuilder program in which the products and services developed by 23 female entrepreneurs from different departments of Guatemala were presented. The Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative – YLAI fellow, Ana María Vásquez, worked for 13 weeks with the entrepreneurs to generate new knowledge of marketing, product ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events
In conjunction with the Municipality of Villa Nueva, the Public Affairs Section, the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement (INL) and the Military Group of the United States supported the organization of a graffiti contest for youth in the municipality. The activity was part of the Art Against Violence (AVES) initiative that promotes entrepreneurship ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge participated in a reception organized by the Commercial Section of the Embassy, in order to collect toys for the benefit of Toys For Tots. Toys For Tots is an official program of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve, whose mission is to gather new and un-wrapped ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with officials of the Government of Guatemala, the diplomatic corps, civil society, and the private sector to discuss joint actions that contribute to strengthening security in the country. The reception is part of a series of meetings to address the pillars of cooperation between the U.S. and Guatemala: prosperity, citizen security ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
December 06, 2017 Chief of Mission Residence Señoras y señores, Muy buenas noches y bienvenidos sean todos. Es un gran placer compartir esta noche con ustedes para conversar sobre un tema importantísimo para todos nosotros: la seguridad de Guatemala. Este evento forma parte de una serie de reuniones para abordar los tres pilares de la ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
December 06, 2017 Palacio Nacional de la Cultura Señor Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Licenciado Jimmy Morales Señor Vice-Presidente de la República de Guatemala, Doctor Jafeth Cabrera Señor Presidente del Congreso de la República de Guatemala, Oscar Chinchilla Señor Presidente del Organismo Judicial, Magistrado José Antonio Pineda Barales Señora Fiscal General de la República, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
The Public Affairs Section and the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs INL of the U.S. Embassy brought together representatives of government, the private sector and civil society to participate in an electronic chat on transparency. Maristella Aldana, Former Head of the Institutional Integrity Office of the Inter-American Development Bank, offered her experience ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 December, 2017 | Topics:
Events
As part of the commemoration of World AIDS Day, Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the VICITS clinic of Colectivo Amigos contra el SIDA (Friends against AIDS Collective) where he learned about the work being done in coordination with the Ministry of Public Health, the support of CDC and its ICAP partner (International Center for AIDS Care ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
December 1, 2017 Colectivo Amigos contra el Sida Muy buenas tardes a todos. Estamos reunidos para celebrar el Día Mundial de la Lucha contra el SIDA. Este es un tema importantísimo para el Gobierno de los Estados Unidos y estoy aquí para reiterar nuestro compromiso de colaborar con el Ministerio de Salud, con Organismos Internacionales, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 December, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
To commemorate World AIDS Day, Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge visited the clinic “Luis Ángel García” of Asociación Salud Integral (ASI), a non-profit organization with more than 28 years of experience in HIV and infectious diseases. During his visit, Mr. Hodge learned about the advances in Guatemala of the Fast Start Antiretroviral Treatment (ARVT) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 1 December, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated with Ambassador Deborah Chatsis of the Embassy of Canada in Guatemala and Ambassador Luis Lopez of the Embassy of Mexico in Guatemala in the film forum entitled #JusticiaParaEllxs. This initiative unites the efforts of the three embassies, as part of the campaign of 16 Days of activism to promote Gender Equality ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
November 30, 2017 Mexican Embassy in Guatemala Excelentísimos Embajadores de Mexico y Canadá; Oficiales de Gobierno; Panelistas y expertos en temas de violencia de género; Miembros de los medios de comunicación; Distinguidos invitados; Muy Buenas tardes. A nivel mundial, una de cada tres mujeres ha sufrido violencia física o sexual. Me imagino que para las mujeres ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of AmCham Guatemala, where he had the opportunity to thank and congratulate its members for the commitment and dedication to promote trade and investment between the United States and Guatemala, for the benefit of the citizens of both countries. This joint collaboration has served ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
November 29, 2017. Buenas tardes a todos y muchas felicidades por su 50avo aniversario. Dado que este es mi primer evento oficial con la Cámara, lo primero que quiero hacer es agradecer a los miembros, y especialmente a junta directiva por su compromiso y dedicación. Nos enorgullece que ésta es una de las cámaras bilaterales ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
The Vice President of the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), Ryan Brennan, confirmed in a meeting with the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales and Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga, a US investment plan of $1 billion in the countries of the Northern Triangle (El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras) in order to create 10 thousand ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
As part of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence campaign, we supported the theatrical presentation made by a group of Drama students from the University of San Carlos of Guatemala titled “Incordia”. This proposal calls for Art to correct the culture of sexual harassment in the streets. Local youth attended the presentation, which ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga hosted a reception for Guatemalan and American businessmen/women and creative experts in Social Marketing. During the event, the Ambassador urged guests to produce campaigns that empower women to impact the prosperity and cultural change of the country, as well as highlight the responsibility of entrepreneurs, creatives and, media as agents of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
November 28, 2017 Buenas noches y bienvenidos. Es para mí un placer estar con ustedes esta noche. Quiero agradecer en particular la presencia de nuestros invitados de honor, Jess Weiner Gerente General de Talk to Jess; Diane Reichenberger – Vice Presidenta de Estrategia Global de Mattel; Kendra Smith – artista y atleta reconocida y a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the Swearing Ceremony of 36 new volunteers from Peace Corps Guatemala. The Ambassador congratulated the new volunteers and wished them a fantastic experience in Guatemala. They join more than 5,000 volunteers who have served this country since 1963 and will work together with Guatemalans who have given a testimony of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
November 28, 2017. Sr. Craig Badger, Director de País; Sra. Carolyn Beal, Directora de Capacitación; Sres. Socios de Trabajo; Aspirantes y Voluntarios de Cuerpo de Paz; Personal de Cuerpo de Paz Buenos días. Primero que todo quiero felicitar al nuevo grupo que se convertirá en Voluntarios, en este día de su juramentación. Me enorgullece ser parte de la tradición ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
December 11 and 12, 2017 Representatives from the U.S. Social Security Administration will visit Guatemala to provide social security services on December 11 and 12, 2017. Beneficiaries are reminded that they must complete their annual or bi-annual report to the Social Security Administration and may drop off reports during the visit. Services Location: Instituto Guatemalteco ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Quetzaltenango, November 18, 2017 Ladies and Gentlemen, Good afternoon! I am delighted to be with you today, and I thank you for joining us for this Town Hall event. I think it is fitting that my first opportunity to speak with a group of private American citizens should take place in Quetzaltenango, which I know ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
Quetzaltenango, 18 de noviembre de 2017 Señor Alcalde, Licenciado Luis Grijalva; Señoras y Señores Expositores; Señoras y Señores Miembros de la Prensa; Público que nos acompaña. Muy Buenos días a todos. Les agradecemos enormemente que nos acompañen en este importante evento; espero que hayan tenido la oportunidad de probar algunos de los alimentos en la ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
Quetzaltenango 17 de noviembre 2017 Buenas noches a todos. Muchísimas gracias por acompañarnos esta noche. Esta es la primera vez que visito Xela en muchísimos años y estoy muy contento y emocionado de estar aquí porque mi mamá nació no muy lejos de aquí en Olintepeque. También me complace participar en el lanzamiento de “Sabor ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Thursday, November 23, in honor of Thanksgiving Day. The Embassy will resume regular operations on Friday, November 24.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Press Releases
Press Statement Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson U.S. Department of State In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women (IDEVAW) on November 25 and the accompanying 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, the United States reaffirms its commitment to defending the rights of women and girls to live free ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with officials from the Government of Guatemala, the Diplomatic Corps, Civil Society and the Private Sector to discuss joint actions to boost the country’s prosperity. Prosperity is one of the pillars of the United States Strategy with Central America and a key component of the Alliance for Prosperity. Ambassador Arreaga mentioned ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
November 21, 2017 Chief of Mission Residence Buenas noches, sean todos bienvenidos. Considero un gran honor representar al Gobierno de los Estados Unidos en Guatemala, un país que es muy especial para mí. Desde mi llegada, me han preguntado muchas veces sobre las prioridades de los Estados Unidos para Guatemala. Puedo asegurarles que nuestros objetivos ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
Ambassador Luis Arreaga paid a courtesy visit to the Minister of Defense, Major General Luis Ralda. We work together with the Ministry of Defense and the Guatemalan Army to contribute to the solutions of national security and support their efforts to combat corruption and impunity that affects the reach of binational goals.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State U.S. Department of State Press Statement On Transgender Day of Remembrance, the United States honors the memory of the many transgender individuals who have lost their lives to acts of violence. Transgender individuals and their advocates, along with lesbian, gay, bisexual and intersex persons, are facing increasing physical attacks and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 November, 2017 | Topics:
News
U.S. State Department Office of the Spokesperson The United States and India are proud to announce the selection of the 1,500 individuals who will participate in the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit, which will be co-hosted by the United States and India in Hyderabad, India, November 28-30. Advisor to the President Ivanka Trump will lead the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 November, 2017 | Topics:
News
The U.S. Department of State announced $4.3 million in funding to support energy diversification in the Caribbean. The announcement was made at the U.S. and Caribbean Prosperity Roundtable November 15 in Miami. This funding, programmed through the Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources, USAID, and the Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), will advance the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 November, 2017 | Topics:
News
November 2nd. 2017 IGA administration and faculty; Ministry of Education officials; Presenters; teachers; students. Friends all Good morning! It is a great pleasure to be with you today at the 36th annual National Teachers Conference. This year’s theme, “Different Cultures, One Classroom” serves as a great reminder of the world we live in and the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Speeches
November 17-18, 2017 The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting for U.S. citizens with U.S. Ambassador Luis Arreaga. The event will take place at 2 pm, November 18, at Tertulianos restaurant, 14 Avenida 5-26, Zona 3, Villa Lesbia, Quetzaltenango. During the Town Hall meeting, Ambassador Arreaga and representatives of the Consular Section will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with a group of business people, media and Guatemalan NGOs to learn about their proposals on how to work on the country’s priorities and how to contribute to the goals of prosperity, citizen security and governance. They also addressed issues such as the importance of joining their voice to the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
U.S. Department of Treasury Public Affairs Office Washington – Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated ten current or former Venezuelan government officials pursuant to Executive Order (E.O.) 13692. These individuals are associated with undermining electoral processes, media censorship, or corruption in government-administered food programs in Venezuela. This designation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
The U.S. Embassy will hold a Town Hall meeting for U.S. citizens with U.S. Ambassador Luis Arreaga. The event will take place at 2 pm, November 18, at Tertulianos restaurant, 14 Avenida 5-26, Zona 3, Villa Lesbia, Quetzaltenango. During the Town Hall meeting, Ambassador Arreaga and representatives of the Consular Section will present information of ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the Latin American Forum on Impact Investment in Central America and the Caribbean, in which he called on participants, including the private sector, government, universities and civil society, to join together for a more supportive Guatemala that works towards finding the solutions of common challenges to build the prosperity.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
The U.S. Embassy in Guatemala is honored to receive a recognition from Agexport for more than 28 years of support to exporters, through USAID Guatemala. The United States Government is committed to supporting small and medium enterprises to expand their markets and create jobs.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 9 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, U.S. Agencies
The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Friday, November 10, in honor of Veterans Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Monday, November 13.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Congratulations to the winner of the competition of Proposals # YLAI2017: Aaron Bendfeldt from Guatemala! Young entrepreneurs from different countries of the Latin American and Caribbean region presented their ideas of creation and social entrepreneurship companies, where the Guatemalan obtained the first place. These professional fellows of the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 November, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Scholarships and Exchanges
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga paid a courtesy visit to the Solicitor General of the Nation, Anabella Morfin. The efficiency in the resolution of high-impact cases in the country helps to give Guatemalans confidence in their institutions.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
U.S. State Department Department Spokesperson Heather Nauert The United States condemns the Maduro regime’s increasing disrespect for democracy and fundamental human rights in Venezuela. By attempting to strip the democratically elected National Assembly’s Vice President and opposition leader Freddy Guevara of his parliamentary immunity and barring him from leaving the country, the regime is pursuing yet ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
Department of Homeland Security Office of the Press Secretary WASHINGTON— Today, Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine Duke announced her decision to terminate the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Nicaragua with a delayed effective date of 12 months to allow for an orderly transition before the designation terminates on January 5, 2019. She also ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
The Comité de Desarrollo Campesino (CODECA) has announced roadblocks and demonstrations nationwide for November 7th and 8th. The following locations were shared through the media by event organizers. No. Km. Road Location 1 265 CA-1 Xinajoj, Huehuetenango 2 179 CA-1 Cuatro caminos, Totonicapan 3 156 CA-1 Nahualá, Sololá 4 117 CA-1 Las Trampas, Quiché 5 ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 November, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met this afternoon with the Chief of the Superintendency of Tax Administration (SAT) Juan Francisco Solórzano in the context of a courtesy hearing. Among other issues, the officials talked about trade, customs and tax collection, as essential elements for the prosperity of the country.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
National Entrepreneurship Month celebrates one of our Nation’s proudest qualities: our innovative, hardworking, entrepreneurial spirit. American entrepreneurs invent and sell fascinating and endlessly useful new products and services, creating millions of jobs and driving American global leadership along the way. This month, we emphasize the importance of creating and maintaining an economic and regulatory environment ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated in the opening ceremony of the National Teachers Conference for English instructors, organized annually by Instituto Guatemalteco Americano IGA. This year, the conference celebrates its 36th edition entitled “Different Cultures, One Classroom”, a theme highlighted by Ambassador Arreaga, embodies its richness in the role of teachers as promoters of the importance ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 November, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Education, Events
Heather Nauert U.S. State Department Spokesperson November 2, 2017 Around the world, journalists work often at great personal risk to report on issues that impact the lives of individuals in all societies. They shine a light on abuses and corruption, expose threats posed by transnational criminal organizations, and counter disinformation and propaganda that spread false ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 November, 2017 | Topics:
News, Press Releases
The White House Office of the Press Secretary Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims of today’s terrorist attack in New York City and their families. My Administration will provide its full support to the New York City Police Department, including through a joint investigation with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. We offer our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 October, 2017 | Topics:
News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Ambassador Luis Arreaga and the Human Rights Ombudsman, Jordán Rodas, had the opportunity to meet this afternoon at the Embassy. The officials discussed the continued support for the institutions that protect the fundamental rights of all Guatemalans.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga participated at the inauguration of the National Employment Fair, along with the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales and Minister Leticia Teleguario of the Ministry of Labor and Social Welfare. The event was also attended by representatives of other sectors, such as Mr. Antonio Malouf, president of Cacif and Mr. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 26 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News, Press Releases
Press Statement Heather Nauert Department Spokesperson Washington, DC October 16, 2017 The United States applauds the courage, determination, and will of the Venezuelan people who tried to exercise their constitutional right to vote in the October 15, gubernatorial elections. We condemn the lack of free and fair elections yesterday in Venezuela. The voice of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
Office of the Spokesperson For Immediate Release Statement By Heather Nauert, Spokesperson October 12, 2017 The Venezuelan people deserve to have their voices heard through their nation’s Gubernatorial Elections this Sunday, October 15. The United States and the international community are paying close attention to this vote. The United States calls on the regime to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga spoke with representatives of AmCham Guatemala in a meeting that focused on issues of economic strengthening, free market between Guatemala and the United States, Amcham’s efforts to meet the needs of its more than 500 member companies, and the struggle against corruption. The United States Embassy works closely with our Guatemalan partners ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
October 6, 2017 The Coordinadora Nacional para la Reduccion de Desastres (CONRED) and the Instituto Nacional de Sismologia, Vulcanologia, Meteorologia e Hidrologia (INSIVUMEH) have issued special cautions regarding ongoing inclement weather throughout Guatemala. These notices highlight the potential for landslides, flash floods, and sudden damage to highways and roads throughout the country. The U.S. Embassy ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with members of CACIF and FUNDESA to discuss the importance of the fight against corruption and impunity for a favorable investment climate for the country. The Ambassador also emphasized the support of the United States and the joint efforts of the various sectors of the country to facilitate trade, promote education ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga had the opportunity to speak with leaders of indigenous communities about the importance of continuing to work on public policies that promote social inclusion, strengthen respect for human rights and promote a more tolerant and equitable society with opportunities for everybody. Indigenous leaders and the Ambassador agreed on the importance of investing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga met with representatives of different civil society organizations where he established a dialogue on the role of Citizen Participation to promote transparency initiatives that promote accountability to respond to the needs of Guatemalans. The United States considers the presence of Civil Society in the processes of transformation and democratic social reform essential. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge visited the El Mezquital colony in Villa Nueva to learn about the projects they carry out in the USAID Guatemala and U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl. Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) GT with the support of Convivimos to strengthen citizen security. Schools are strong allies with whom ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, October 9, in honor of U.S. Columbus Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume its regular activities on Tuesday, October 10.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
During his tour of meetings, Ambassador Luis Arreaga had the opportunity to coincide with the Attorney General and Chief of the Public Ministry of Guatemala, Thelma Aldana, and CICIG Commissioner – International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala, Ivan Velasquez. The Ambassador used the space to confirm the commitment of the United States Government to their ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga visited the Supreme Court of Justice to meet with the president of said institution Nery Medina. Officials talked about joint efforts to continue working on strengthening justice institutions so that Guatemalans have access to a transparent, autonomous and agile system.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga greeted the president of the Constitutional Court, Francisco de Mata Vela in a presentation meeting. The event was an occasion in which the Ambassador emphasized the follow-up of the United States Government’s support for the important work of the Court in protecting the Guatemalan constitution, fighting the scourge of corruption and ensuring ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Guatemala’s President Jimmy Morales and the G13 Donor Group, including Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga, met to discuss cooperation between the international community and Guatemala in the fight against corruption and impunity.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga met with the President of the Guatemalan Congress, Oscar Chinchilla, for an official visit where they discussed the important work of legislators to promote an Open Government.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Ambassador Luis Arreaga was officially accredited as the United States representative in Guatemala by the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Designated Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga presented his Style Letters to Minister Sandra Jovel of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 October, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
Chargé d’Affaires David Hodge participated in the VIII National Congress of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans and Intersex LGBTI. His participation in the activity highlights the support of the United States Embassy to the principles of freedom and equality, in addition to supporting efforts for each person to reach their greatest potential in a society that ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 October, 2017 | Topics:
Chargé D’Affaires, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News
HONORING THE VICTIMS OF THE TRAGEDY IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION Our Nation is heartbroken. We mourn with all whose loved ones were murdered and injured in last night’s horrible tragedy in Las Vegas, Nevada. As we grieve, we pray that God may provide comfort ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 October, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
REF#: 2017-14 September 29, 2017 Ambassador Luis E. Arreaga will arrive in Guatemala on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 and will present his diplomatic credentials to President of the Republic of Guatemala Jimmy Morales in a ceremony at the Palacio Nacional de la Cultura on Wednesday, October 4, 2017.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 September, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events, News
September 29, 2017 The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations into several regional offices that provide a full range of SSA services for U.S. citizens residing outside of the United States. Effective October 1, 2017, individuals residing in Guatemala who require social security services or have questions about SSA benefits must contact ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 29 September, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
Patricio Gajardo, current director of the International Republican Institute (IRI) in Guatemala, held a tour to share with activists, leaders and different organizations representatives of civil society on the contribution that represents for democracy to have the common citizen for decision making in shared challenges; poverty, access and educational quality, social inclusion, government oversight and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the establishment of enhanced national security measures, aimed at creating—for the first time in history—minimum requirements for international cooperation to support visa and immigration vetting and adjudications for individuals seeking entry to the United States.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
The Bipartisan Commission for Democracy of the United States House of Representatives met with the President of the Government of Guatemala, Jimmy Morales, to discuss the challenges the country is facing and the support of the United States to contribute to strengthen democratic and government institutions. The Commission works to promote good practices in legislation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
Chargé d’Affaires, David Hodge, participated at a reception that brought together the Bipartisan Commission for Democracy of the United States House of Representatives, with different partners and friends of the United States in the country. The meeting served to exchange ideas and experiences that contribute to strengthening democratic institutions, as well as sharing good practices ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The “EmprendeTN” meeting was held in El Salvador, which was an opportunity for young leaders and entrepreneurs from the North Triangle countries to share their experiences and receive more tools to boost their success and become prosperity multipliers in their communities. “Do not expect change, generate it yourself. The youth of “EmprendeTN” are demonstrating that ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Representatives from various civil society organizations, including young leaders, held a meeting with the House Democracy Partnership. At the meeting, the commission highlighted the work of civil society organizations to promote transparency and strengthen the fight against corruption and impunity. Civil society organizations are the voice of citizens and representatives of the common good. Citizen ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Chargé d’Affaires, David Hodge, welcomed the Bipartisan House Democracy Partnership of the United States Congress, which visits Guatemala during its Latin American tour, to share experiences and promote links of democratic cooperation. This commission works to promote good governance and strengthen democratic institutions seeking to increase accountability, transparency, legislative independence and government oversight for building ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events
U.S. Embassy Guatemala City, Guatemala Message for US Citizens Planned Demonstrations in Guatemala City September 19, 2017 There are reports of multiple planned demonstrations in Guatemala City on September 20th, 2017. Demonstrators will reportedly gather at key intersections and landmarks in Guatemala City and move to the area of the Guatemalan Congress and central plaza ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 September, 2017 | Topics:
Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages
United Nations New York, New York 10:04 A.M. EDT PRESIDENT TRUMP: Mr. Secretary General, Mr. President, world leaders, and distinguished delegates: Welcome to New York. It is a profound honor to stand here in my home city, as a representative of the American people, to address the people of the world. As millions of our ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 September, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
During National Hispanic Heritage Month, we celebrate the accomplishments of Hispanic Americans who have helped shape our great Nation. We are grateful for the many contributions Hispanic American men and women make to our society and the vibrancy they weave into our American culture. From America’s earliest days, Hispanic Americans have played a prominent and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 September, 2017 | Topics:
President of the United States, Speeches
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
Dear Mr. President: On behalf of the people of the United States, please accept my congratulations to you and all the citizens of Guatemala as your country celebrates 196 years of independence on September 15th. I look forward to continuing our partnership on security, governance, and prosperity issues. I also want to thank you for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump
September 15, 2017 On behalf of the United States, I offer our congratulations to the people of Guatemala on the celebration of 196 years of independence. As we affirmed at the June 15-16 Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central America, the United States is committed to strengthening democratic institutions, bolstering security, and achieving greater ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
September 14, 2017 Annual Independence Day celebrations will be taking place all weekend in Guatemala. The annual “torch” run and Independence Day parades will have a significant impact on traffic throughout Guatemala City. Also in Guatemala City, there are reports of demonstrations in the area of the Congress and the Supreme Court. U.S. citizens are ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 14 September, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
Ambassador Todd Robinson hosted a reception to welcome the new U.S. diplomats who will be joining the mission in Guatemala, including Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge, the Director of U.S. Department of State: Bureau of Intl Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) GT Hugo Guevara, and Public Affairs Counselor Stephen Posivak, among others. The Ambassador ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 September, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge met with fellows from the
Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative – YLAI . The YLAI program selected 10 Guatemalan social entrepreneurs to travel during the month of October to meet their counterparts in other countries and contact civil organizations from 24 cities in the United States. Through this exchange program, fellows will advance their entrepreneurial ideas ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 September, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Education, Events
The video conference of the Global Program of Innovation through the Science and Technology GIST Net of the U.S. Department of State focused on the role that universities play in the empowerment of tomorrow’s entrepreneurs. This conference brought together several Guatemalan universities, including Galileo University, Guatemala Valley University, Guatemala’s Da Vinci University and URL, Landívar. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
September 11, 2017 The Guatemala media reports that large scale operations are currently underway in Guatemala focusing on arrests of local gangs. Crime in Guatemala is a serious concern and retaliation against the Guatemalan police by transnational gangs remains a possibility. U.S. citizens should remain vigilant, review personal security plans, and remain aware of your ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 September, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
Press Statement Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Washington, DC September 11, 2017 Today we remember the victims of the terrorist attack of September 11, 2001, and honor the heroes who valiantly saved many lives that day, even sacrificing their own. Their courage on that day remains an example of the character of the American ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
In the past 15 years, the United States has invested through the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) over $ 190 million in school lunches, which is a commitment to support Guatemala to build safer, healthier, and more productive communities. The “Opening Doors” program is part of the efforts to provide technical assistance to teachers and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The Model Police Station in San Cristóbal, Alta Verapaz, was inaugurated with the participation of the Director of Bureau of Intl. Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) Guatemala, Hugo Guevara, the mayor of San Cristóbal, Allan Otoniel García Xona, and the Deputy Director General of Operations of the National Civil Police of Guatemala, Rony Espinoza. The Model Commissaries ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The Language Center of Universidad del Valle de Guatemala initiated an alliance with the Departmental Direction of the Ministry of Education to give courses and workshops of English for academic teachers in Sololá, developed by alumni of the English Access Microscholarship Program. For the 144 teachers who are fluent in English, a series of training sessions are taking ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
English Access Microscholarship Program alumni in Esquipulas, now members of the SEAL (Service Learning, English Usage, Alumni Engagement, Leadership) program, participated as English-Spanish interpreters during the medical clinics organized by Quique Ceron Foundation. Students from U.S. universities Drexel University and Arcadia University provided physical therapy to more than 80 people with muscular problems and physical ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 8 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
We visited the department of Chiquimula to learn about the progress of the Basic English Access Recruitment (BEAR) program, which is an initiative to serve as a basis for developing social skills, communication and elementary English language preparation for future fellows of the English Access Microscholarship Program. BEAR operates in coordination with the U.S. Department ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
This week, we participated in the inauguration of the course of Tourism Guides for alumni of the English Access Microscholarship Program, in collaboration with INGUAT and Intecap. This proposal consists of offering academic training to young alumni through a cooperation agreement between INGUAT and Intecap with which young people will be able to apply for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events, News
September 5, 2017 The following are frequently asked questions on the September 5, 2017 Rescission of the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) Program. Q1: Why is DHS phasing out the DACA program? A1: Taking into consideration the federal court rulings in ongoing litigation, and the September 4, 2017 letter from the Attorney General, it ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The closing of the Dream Builder program was carried out at the Impact Hub in Antigua Guatemala with a fair where products and services were presented by 24 entrepreneurs from different departments of Guatemala. Ana María Vásquez, a former internship with the Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative, Ana María Vásquez, worked for 12 weeks ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 5 September, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Programs
We visited the projects of the Association of Young Alumni of the U.S. Department of State (AJEDE) in Cobán, Alta Verapaz. An educational project management workshop was conducted by the association’s committee to empower its members to lead projects planned in 2018, which include BEAR (Basic English for Access Recruitment), the English Access Microscholarship and SEAL (Service Learning, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 2 September, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
The Joint Task Force-Bravo received 30 firefighters from Honduras, Guatemala, Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica and Nicaragua at Soto Cano Air Base, from August 21 to 25 for the Central America exercise “Sharing Knowledge and Multiple Operational Experiences” (CENTAM). Central American firefighters had the opportunity to train with their counterparts at 612 Air Squadron, preparing ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
REF#: 2017-13 August 31, 2017 The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Monday, September 4, in honor of U.S. Labor Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Tuesday, September 5th.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The inauguration of the Xinca Task Force was held in Jutiapa. The event was chaired by Minister Francisco Rivas of the Guatemalan Ministry of Governance, Minister Williams Mansilla of Guatemala’s Ministry of Defense, and Arkansas National Guard Commander, Major-General Mark Berry. The activity was also the framework for the graduation of agents who received training ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
A mobile laboratory project called “STEAM Truck”, a truck specialized in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (Science, Technology, Engineering and Art and Mathematics) was presented at USAID Guatemala’s facilities. The project proposes a mechanism to increase the interest of students in these disciplines and increase the number of degrees in higher education in those branches, ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
As part of the initiatives to promote the inclusion of people with disabilities, the “Heart of Service” conference was attended by representatives of Guatemala’s hotel and restaurant sector. The workshop was organized by Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative – YLAI alumni Paola Alvarado after seeing similar initiatives in the United States. This event addressed different ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 August, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
August 27, 2017 President Morales’ Decision to Expel CICIG Commissioner Ivan Velásquez from Guatemala We are deeply concerned by Guatemalan President Morales’ announcement of his decision to bar the United Nation’s International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) Commissioner Ivan Velásquez from the country. Mr. Velásquez has been an effective leader of CICIG in its ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Press Releases
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the VisitUSA Summit to promote tourism and travel to the United States. The event was developed through several days that combined business meetings, seminars and workshops that spoke about the novelties that invite to acquire different services or visit particular destinations of that country. The Ambassador had the opportunity to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 25 August, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Miami, Florida THE VICE PRESIDENT: Governor Scott, Senator Rubio, Congressman Diaz-Balart, thank you for those stirring words. These are three great leaders and three great champions of freedom. (Applause.) To Miami-Dade County Mayor Gimenez, Mayor Bermudez, distinguished guests, it is my great honor to join you here today in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 August, 2017 | Topics:
Speeches, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
Last weekend, 150 girls and young women graduated from the “Círculo de Niñas” program developed by Vital Voices Guatemala in the department of El Quiché, in the villages of Los Angeles, Chacalté and Xix. During one year, the participants received training in topics of entrepreneurship, financial education, nutrition, health, human rights, and violence prevention. The ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
U.S. Vice President Mike Pence visited Panama as the last stop on his Latin American tour, addressing issues of trade and security between the countries. Vice President Mike Pence has met with President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia, President Mauricio Macri of Argentina, President Michelle Bachelet of Chile and President Juan Carlos Varela of Panama. ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Deputy Chief of Mission David Hodge and Hugo Guevara, Director of U.S. Narcotics & Law Enforcement (INL) in Guatemala, met with the President of the Supreme Court of Justice and the Judicial Branch, Nery Medina. This visit ratifies the continued support of the United States for transparent justice, which responds to the good governance and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 August, 2017 | Topics:
Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
La Bolsa de Comercio de Buenos Aires Buenos Aires, Argentina VICE PRESIDENT PENCE: Thank you, Chargé Cooney, Minister Faurie, Hector Orlando, elected officials, distinguished leaders in the business community, and honored guests. It is my great honor — and a great honor to my wife and I — to be here today at the Buenos ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
As of Aug. 16, 2017, the Acting Secretary of Homeland Security Elaine Duke has terminated the Central American Minors (CAM) Parole program. For more information visit this link:
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 August, 2017 | Topics:
Consular Affairs, Events, Immigrant Visas, Press Releases
This annual report to Congress provides a detailed and factual overview of the status of religious freedom in nearly 200 countries and territories, and documents reports of violations and abuses committed by governments, terrorist groups, and individuals.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 August, 2017 | Topics:
News, Reports
U.S. coach Janine Szpara visited Quiché as part of the sports camp organized in collaboration with Sports Diplomacy of the U.S. Department of State. Janine shares in the following video, how sports complements education and the importance of providing comprehensive sports training for girls, so that they have greater chances of success and better preparation ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
We work together with Starfish Association, which promotes the potential of young women in rural areas of Guatemala for social change, with the inauguration of an initiative developed so that the girls in Sololá strengthen their skills with English, governance, and citizen action classes, in order to empower them to be able to take advantage ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
We recently inaugurated, in collaboration with the Universidad del Valle Guatemala Altiplano, the SEAL Entrepreneurship Program. This initiative will offer support to the alumni of the Access Microscholarship program in Sololá to develop their own business ideas. We work with young people to use English as an entrepreneurship tool and we support them to make ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 11 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Recently, U.S. coach Nick Garcia was in Guatemala as part of the sports camp held in Quiché in collaboration with Sports Diplomacy of the U.S. Department of State. In the following video, Nick shares his opinion on the positive impact that sports generates in the prosperity of the communities, as an essential part of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 August, 2017 | Topics:
Events
With the support of the U.S. Department of State’s Sports Diplomacy, more than 200 young people from the department of Quiché were able to participate in the Sports Clinics with U.S. soccer coaches Janine Szpara and Nick Garcia. Through theoretical and practical sessions, Janine and Nick instilled themes of teamwork, competitiveness, and gender equity, using sports ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 6 August, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
Through U.S. Department of State’s Sports Diplomacy, U.S. soccer coaches Janine Szpara and Nick Garcia conducted a workshop with more than 90 Physical Education teachers from public schools in the Quiché department, introducing them to new teaching methods and reinforcing the practice of the Olympic values, with the support from representatives of the Guatemalan Olympic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 4 August, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
On Friday, July 28, 2017, United States Attorney General, Jeff Sessions, met with Attorney General of El Salvador, Douglas Arquímedes Meléndez Ruiz, Attorney General of Guatemala, Thelma Esperanza Aldana Hernández, and Attorney General of Honduras, Oscar Fernando Chinchilla Banegas.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Press Releases
Ambassador Todd Robinson visited the facilities of the Guatemalan Air Force to share with members of the U.S. Marine Corps Special Purpose Airborne Task Force of the Southern Command (SOUTHCOM). The Task Force, made up of some 300 active duty Marines and reservists, also has a presence in Belize, El Salvador, and Honduras to support ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 31 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Todd Robinson hosted eight representatives of different U.S. companies visiting Guatemala as part of the trade mission organized by the Food Export Association, in coordination with the U.S. Department of Agriculture with the intention of bringing together local entrepreneurs and establishing business relationships, as part of promoting SaborUSA products. The visit also seeks to ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Todd Robinson attended the forum for social design, marketing and social projects entitled “Conversa 17” in La Erre. The event was an initiative to promote social entrepreneurship in Guatemala and was organized by Diego Olivero, who is a former YLAI – Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative of the US Department of State – ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
The Public Affairs Section of the U.S. Embassy was present at the Teacher Training Sessions (TTS) in Huehuetenango. Over 60 teachers and students of English gathered at the regional Da Vinci University, working on a series of workshops focused on pedagogy and psychology, in order to obtain tools to strengthen their important work in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 July, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
The Access English Microscholarship Coordinator organized a camp for the students of the department of Huehuetenango, focusing mainly on community service through which they perform volunteering and social service actions, to offer attention to the challenges in their community. The students carry out their service with the Salvation Foundation and the Shelter of Elders Amparo ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 July, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
Luis Arreaga presented his testimony to the United States Senate as part of the process to be considered as the future United States Ambassador to Guatemala. Arreaga ratified before the Senate that if confirmed, he will continue the support of the United States to CICIG – International Commission against Impunity in Guatemala – in the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events
The Office of
EducationUSA in Guatemala held a fair of US universities at the facilities of the Guatemalan American Institute. More than 15 universities presented their training plans to hundreds of Guatemalan youth and parents who came to know more about these proposals to study in the United States. Several students and alumni from different universities ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 July, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the meeting of the group of donor countries for Guatemala, in which the United States assumed the temporary presidency of said group. The U.S. official took the opportunity to thank the Swiss mission for the leadership it has held over the last few months and stressed its commitment to continue ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 19 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the inauguration of the 1st Ibero-American Symposium on Environment, Civil Aviation and Climate Change: Flying towards Sustainability. In Montreal, during the 39th International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) assembly in September last year, Guatemala, Spain and the United States signed a trilateral partnership agreement: “Alliance for Sustainable Aviation” (ALAS), which will ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Ambassador Todd Robinson participated in the presentation of Convention 169 of the International Labor Organization. This agreement contributes to Guatemala’s prosperity and governance by fostering dialogue, respect, and mutual understanding between different sectors. Indigenous peoples and the private sector should work together with the Government of Guatemala as a facilitator.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 July, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Events
Public Diplomacy Officer, Dawn Suni, participated in the film screening of the documentary “Women In Business” as part of the activities of the Universidad del Valle de Guatemala in commemoration of the American Month. This celebration was born in 2013 with the aim of promoting American culture in the students, due to the affinity and ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 13 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Across the United States and in many countries, criminal gangs are a growing threat to the safety and prosperity of communities. President Trump has issued an executive order to strengthen efforts across the interagency to combat transnational criminal organizations, and Attorney General Jeff Sessions has identified transnational gangs such as Mara Salvatrucha (also known as ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 10 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events
Former students of the Access Microscholarship Program have worked for three years to support the professionalization of National Civil Police officers who are part of DISETUR with English classes to strengthen their service to tourism in Guatemala. This year, a group of 120 agents from Sololá, Quetzaltenango, Cobán, Esquipulas and the Capital City graduated from ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 7 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events
The U.S. Embassy, including the Consular Section, will be closed on Tuesday, July 4th, in honor of U.S. Independence Day. The mission, including all agencies of the U.S. government represented in Guatemala, will resume their regular activities on Wednesday, July 5th.
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 3 July, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Press Releases
Ambassador Todd Robinson led the celebration of United States Independence Day. The celebration began with a unique New York-style proposal, in which Ambassador Robinson, Deputy Chief of Mission Charisse Phillips and Vice Minister of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala, Ana María Diéguez, approached the stage by simulating A trip in the famous yellow cabs. This year ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 30 June, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
WASHINGTON – Today, Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly will announce enhanced security screening measures for all commercial flights to the United States. These measures, both seen and unseen, include enhanced screening of passengers and electronic devices as well as heightened security standards for aircraft and airports. These measures will affect both foreign and domestic ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 28 June, 2017 | Topics:
Press Releases
We are excited to announce improved processes for our Social Security Customers effective immediately. If you are an American Citizen who is required to fill out SSA-7161 or SSA-7162 this year, you are NOT required to come to the Embassy to fill out these forms. The regional Social Security Office in Costa Rica will contact ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 June, 2017 | Topics:
Messages for U.S. Citizens
By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 27 June, 2017 | Topics:
Official Reports
Children and young people from different communities in Cobán, including music students from Carchá, had the opportunity to strengthen their artistic skills and deepen their knowledge about Jazz culture through the workshops offered by the gourp Cocomama & Friends, visiting Guatemala through the Office of Public Affairs from the U.S. Embassy. The different workshops also ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 24 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events
The English Access Microscholarship Camp 2017 brought together young representatives from Huehuetenango, Quetzaltenango, Sololá, Guatemala, Cobán, and Esquipulas to continue developing their English language skills through activities in which they get to know more about their country and culture, increase their ability to participate successfully in the socioeconomic development of their country, and gain the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 23 June, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
Several young people and parents visited the
EducationUSA offices this week to get information on how to study in the United States. Our educational adviser shared information about the accredited institutions, as well as the financial aid and the lectures offered online to support students, admission processes, visa procedures, and explain the advantages of doing this ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 22 June, 2017 | Topics:
Education, Events
In commemoration of Pride Month, Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission Charisse Phillips participated in a celebration to promote equality and promote action against violence and discrimination towards the LGBTI community. The event was attended by human rights defenders in the country and representatives of LGBTI rights organizations, delegates from different institutions of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 June, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
Ambassador Todd Robinson and Deputy Chief of Mission Charisse Phillips participated in a meeting with journalists representing different media outlets to discuss the Security and Prosperity Conference (CentAm2017) in Miami, Florida. As stated by the White House at the close of the first day of the conference, the Ambassador emphasized the continued support of the ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 21 June, 2017 | Topics:
Ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events
On World Refugee Day, we recognize the plight of those forced by persecution and war to flee their home countries. We also recognize the pressing challenges posed by ongoing refugee crises. Today, refugees number more than 22 million around the world. The overwhelming majority of refugees want to go home to help rebuild their societies ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 20 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events
The Military Group of the United States Embassy in Guatemala, in collaboration with the Special Jungle Operations Brigade, the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance, the Secretariat of Social Works of the President’s Wife (SOSEP) and the municipality of La Libertad, Petén, offered medical assistance and crucial services to more than 900 Guatemalans living in ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 18 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Vice President FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2017 The Vice President met with Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales in Miami, Florida at the inaugural Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central America. On behalf of President Trump, the Vice President recognized Guatemala for its strong commitment to the Alliance for ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2017 Statement on the Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central America and the 47th General Assembly of the Organization of American States President Donald J. Trump commends Mexico for its leadership in co-convening the Conference on Prosperity and Security in Central ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 16 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, President of the United States, Press Releases, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Donald J. Trump, Mike Pence
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, Mr. Secretary. And thank you all, I’m truly honored to be with you at this important gathering. But before I begin, allow me to address the attack that took place yesterday in our Nation’s Capital. President Trump and I were deeply saddened when we were informed yesterday morning that a ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, Vice President of the United States
| Tags: Mike Pence
SECRETARY TILLERSON: Well, thank you, Jorge, for that most kind introduction, and also in particular, I want to thank Florida International University for providing their campus and the host site for this conference, which we have been planning for some time and very excited to get it underway. I also want to thank Foreign Secretary ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 15 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events, News
The award-winning American journalist Lynne Walker is in Guatemala to share her experiences and transmit modern journalism techniques. She held a workshop at the Rafael Landivar University, Quetzaltenango, where he addressed local journalists, as well as San Marcos and Huehuetenango. Lynne Walker focuses on investigative journalism to strengthen the preparation of these professionals and to contribute ...
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By U.S. Embassy Guatemala | 12 June, 2017 | Topics:
Events
The USAID Guatemala Internship Program seeks to cultivate leadership and increase opportunities for indigenous youth with social commitment, willing to create prosperity for themselves and their communities. The United States responds to the commitment to support to strengthen the formation of leaders in Guatemala with programs like this one, in which we also find the ...
